If the U.S. was a sane country, #Helene would be seen as definitive proof that not addressing #ClimateChange is WAY more expensive than a serious effort to curb it. https://www.yahoo.com/news/tropical-weather-latest-us-southeast-144117847.html
Tropical Weather Latest: US Southeast struggles to recover in Hurricane Helene's aftermath

Massive rains brought by Hurricane Helene have left many people stranded or homeless as the cleanup begins from the monster tempest that killed at least 64...

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@BruceMirken @rberger It isn't a matter of the cost but who pays for it. If the wealthy come off better by have the federal government pay for damages and they don't pay taxes, they are ahead.