Climate change is altering the intensity, frequency, and characteristics of tropical cyclones, amplifying risks to educational infrastructure across the U.S. Gulf and Eastern coasts. Schools are increasingly vulnerable to Prolonged Unplanned School Closures (PUSCs), defined as unexpected shutdowns lasting seven or more instructional days. While previous research has examined localized school disruptions, few studies have linke...

Projected sea-level rise (SLR) is expected to substantially expand coastal flood extents across Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay, with implications for decentralized wastewater infrastructure. This study integrates modeled coastal flooding scenarios from 2020 to 2060 with septic systems locations to quantify exposure under daily and annual flood conditions and identify areas where exposure intersects with high social vulnerability. F...

Both the number of disasters in the U.S. and federal outlays following disasters are rising. FEMA’s Public Assistance (PA) is a key program for rebuilding damaged public infrastructure and aiding local and state governments in recovery. It is the primary post-disaster source of recovery funds. Between 2000 and 2019, more than $125B (adjusted, 2020 dollars) was awarded through PA. While all who qualify for PA should have equal...