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Relaxed environmental regulations heighten risk during natural disasters

  • Written by Brian J. Gerber, Associate Professor of Public Service and Community Solutions and Co-Director, Center for Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Arizona State University
Environmental regulations generally improve communities' preparedness and resilience during disasters.AP Photo/Gerald Herbert

Heavy rains following Hurricane Florence have raised concerns over the release of toxic materials. Ash from coal-fired power plants stored at a landfill has spilled out and the state of North Carolina has said dozens of...

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