During hurricane season, concerns of flooding are on the rise. Some Floridians face higher risks than others â why is that?
Floodplains are higher-risk locations, usually (but not always) near bodies of water that overflow during heavy rain. Scientists use past rain and flood records to map floodplain boundaries.
To learn more about floodplains and how they are determined, check out the video below. Visit this page to find more bite-sized videos on environmental issues affecting Florida.
