Today In My City

Floodplain

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City workers and emergency responders dealing with flood damage and debris in a city street after a major storm, with rising water levels visible.

Cities work to fix storm damage

In New York City, the market value of real estate in the 100-year floodplain has surged to over $176 billion, a 44% increase since Superstorm Sandy.

Caitlin O'Malley·June 14, 2026