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Credit: Inside The MagicVolunteers who typically rebuild after natural disasters are reticent to help Hurricane Idalia victims because of legislation championed by the governor. As a result, DeSantis is stalling hurricane recovery efforts for large companies and those who need it most.
Hurricane Fast Fact: Hurricanes only occur at a certain distance from the equator, within a mere five degrees latitude.
DeSantis Stalling Hurricane Recovery
According to a CNN report, “immigrant workers from across the US” went to help rebuild when Hurricane Ian hit the scene. That’s changed. It’s a direct result of Governor Ron DeSantis and the legislation he championed.
Hurricane Fast Fact: The average hurricane is 300 miles wide, killing between 50 and 100 people yearly.
According to Saket Soni, running the emergency management group Resilience Force results from the new Gov DeSantis immigration law. The direction noted that the organization’s usually altruistic members “felt very fearful.”
How Hurricane Idalia Impacted Florida
Hurricane Idalia tore through Florida, and while the Florida Department for Emergency Management took steps, it also meant digging into the Florida Disaster Fund. The workers, through Resilience Force, helped rebuild after Hurricane Ian, but the immigration rules have the group reticent to visit Florida altogether.
Hurricane Fast Fact: An “eyewall” has the fiercest winds and densest clouds, surrounding the center of the storm.
The spokesperson notes, “No amount of money would be worth it (…).” It references Florida Gov Ron DeSantis’ legislation that could have undocumented individuals deported or incarcerated. It directly impacts tourism but also slows the relief after natural disasters.
Disney, DeSantis, Climate Change and Emergency Management
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has championed a fair few controversial pieces of legislation. Under President Joe Biden’s care, the “Don’t Say Gay” controversy emerged. This discourages volunteers from helping with recovery from a vicious hurricane.
Hurricane Fast Fact: Hurricanes can change speed, path, and weather patterns based on constantly fluctuating systems.
It directly impacts children, parents, and Disney (a major economizer). The other law, SB1718, came into effect on July 1, 2023. The implications include the ability to invalidate driver’s licenses from other states and demand for hospitals to get involved. It causes a Florida division and makes many too scared to travel to the Sunshine State.
Disney Impacted by Hurricane Idalia, DeSantis Stalls Recovery
There has been increasing tension in Florida, run by Governor Ron DeSantis. Some relate to the battle between Disney and DeSantis, whereas others highlight changes to the state’s whole system. When referencing the law, Republican Gov Ron DeSantis cited it as “ambitious.”
Hurricane Fast Fact: For a hurricane to exist, the ocean temperature must be at least 79 degrees Fahrenheit.
So far, the detriment it’s causing after the natural disaster is apparent on the other side of the Florida division, where people call it “draconian.” It frightens many people to enter the state’s boundary, even to help their fellow humankind. It’s particularly true as a result of Disney (a major company) losing to the political powerhouse.
Helping Disaster Victims and Environmental Protection
The purpose of environmental protection, in the hands of the government, is to mitigate the impacts of climate change, protect against it, and help once the inevitable hurricane makes landfall. However, if United States volunteers are “too afraid” to help, it’s a symptom of a much bigger issue. Hopefully, everyone makes it through the natural disaster alive and well.
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