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Did Hurricane Ian Bust Florida’s Housing Boom?

Did Hurricane Ian Bust Florida’s Housing Boom?

FromThe Daily


Did Hurricane Ian Bust Florida’s Housing Boom?

FromThe Daily

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Length:
31 minutes
Released:
Oct 18, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Since Hurricane Ian devastated southwestern Florida last month, residents have filed a record number of insurance claims for the damage caused by the storm.Today, Chris Flavelle, a climate reporter for The Times, discusses whether the insurance companies can survive. And if they can’t, what will the effect be on Florida’s housing market, the cornerstone of its economy?Guest: Christopher Flavelle, a climate reporter for The New York Times.Background reading: The hurricane’s record-breaking cost will make it even harder for many to get insurance, experts say — threatening home sales, mortgages and construction.Aerial videos and photos show the destruction caused by Hurricane Ian on Fort Myers Beach, Fla.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. 
Released:
Oct 18, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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