Volusia County Uncovered explores the city's ongoing battle with flooding, stormwater system failures, and the fight for better infrastructure. Join Sarah Donnally and Lori Becker, as they describe the challenges, share residents’ stories, and discuss solutions to build a flood-resistant future.
Podcast co-host Lori Becker explores the parallels between Venice's flooding challenges and Volusia County's coastal resilience, revealing crucial lessons for local communities.
13 Apr 2025
When the Past Floods the Present
Flooding has become a defining challenge for Port Orange and surrounding Volusia County communities, especially in areas built before modern stormwater regulations existed. This episode dives into the recently unveiled $120 million stormwater management plan featuring nine major projects designed to protect approximately 700 homes throughout the region. We explore how Port Orange grew from just 3,000 residents in the 1970s to 18,000 in the 1980s, with 54% of buildings constructed before stor...
6 Mar 2025
The Waiting Game: How Port Orange Residents Are Fighting To Stay Dry
Two years after devastating floods and countless promises from officials, Port Orange residents just discovered their salvation has been postponed. The Cambridge Basin project and Pepper Hill Madeline Pond improvements—critical flood prevention infrastructure—won't begin until 2026, leaving vulnerable neighborhoods exposed through multiple hurricane seasons. VCU dives deep into the troubling timeline shifts affecting Volusia County's stormwater management. Projects originally slated for compl...
21 Feb 2025
Rebuilding Port Orange: A Path to Flood Resilience
Despite ongoing efforts, Port Orange continues to face severe flooding issues—why? Join us on Volusia County Uncovered as we investigate the failures of the city’s stormwater system in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. Alongside my co-host, Lori Becker—a long-time resident personally impacted by recent storms—we break down the critical shortcomings of infrastructure in flood-prone areas like the Cambridge Basin and Sugar Forest. Our conversation delves into the urgent need for accountability...
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