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New study finds 'alarming' high flood risk for 17 million Americans on Atlantic and Gulf coasts
Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk Houston Public Media
· April 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The research found that 17 million people on the Atlantic and Gulf coasts are at high risk of flooding.
A recent study has identified a significant flood risk for millions of Americans. The research found that 17 million people on the Atlantic and Gulf coasts are at high risk of flooding. Further details about the study are available from Houston Public Media.
The study's findings are described as alarming, indicating a substantial threat to those living in coastal areas. For more information about the study and its implications, readers can consult the original report from Houston Public Media, based in The Woodlands , TX.
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Category: weather Published: April 24, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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