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Lunch & Learn | Playing Politics with a Natural Disaster: Hurricane Agnes and Flood Plain Management
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Description: In June 1972, Tropical Storm Agnes unleashed devastating floods across the Mid-Atlantic, severely impacting the Southern Tier of New York and the Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. The storm's aftermath and the subsequent response were heavily influenced by the political climate of the time, particularly the context of the 1972 U.S. Presidential Election. This presentation delves into the enduring consequences of the disaster on communities within the Susquehanna River Basin, examining the long-term social, economic, and environmental impacts. It also explores how approaches to flood mitigation have evolved over the decades, shifting from reliance on structural barriers to an emphasis on human adaptation strategies. These new methods prioritize proactive measures, community resilience, and sustainable practices to better safeguard lives and property from future floods.
This event is free. Continuing education credits are not available.
Presenter: Dr. Timothy Kneeland, Professor & Director, Museums, Archives & Public History and Director, Center for Public History, Nazareth University
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