Puerto Rico and the Shadow of Kirk: A Look at Hurricane Recovery and Continued Vulnerability

ByKevin

The vibrant colors of Old San Juan, usually a symbol of Puerto Rico’s resilience and cultural richness, stand in stark contrast to the lingering scars of devastation. The hurricane season is always a period of heightened anxiety. Memories of collapsed homes, power outages stretching for months, and the loss of loved ones are etched into…

Hurricane Kirk and Puerto Rico: Assessing the (Lack of) Impact

ByKevin

Introduction The Atlantic hurricane season is an annual period of heightened anxiety for island nations and coastal regions throughout the Caribbean and the southeastern United States. Puerto Rico, an unincorporated territory of the United States located in the northeastern Caribbean, is no stranger to the destructive power of tropical cyclones. From the devastating impact of…