• Home
  • About Us
    • Our History & Accomplishments
    • Our Leader
    • LMA Gives
    • Photo Gallery
    • Library & Resources
  • Services
    • Assignment of Benefits & Insurance Litigation
    • Associations & Nonprofits
    • Business Development & Procurement
    • Education
    • Energy & Environment
    • Emergency Management
    • Flood Insurance & Resilience
    • Healthcare
    • Insurance/Financial Services
    • Legislative & Regulatory Monitoring
    • Marketing Intelligence
    • Property & Casualty Insurance
    • Public Relations
  • News / Podcasts / Library
  • Contact
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our History & Accomplishments
    • Our Leader
    • LMA Gives
    • Photo Gallery
    • Library & Resources
  • Services
    • Assignment of Benefits & Insurance Litigation
    • Associations & Nonprofits
    • Business Development & Procurement
    • Education
    • Energy & Environment
    • Emergency Management
    • Flood Insurance & Resilience
    • Healthcare
    • Insurance/Financial Services
    • Legislative & Regulatory Monitoring
    • Marketing Intelligence
    • Property & Casualty Insurance
    • Public Relations
  • News / Podcasts / Library
  • Contact
  • MENU

Global Change Report Intense

SHARE THIS

Sea-level increases for Florida

Global warming was back in the news recently with an updated report by the federal government’s Global Change Research Program warning that action is required now “to avoid substantial damages to the U.S. economy, environment, and human health and well-being over the coming decades.”  The report has a few Florida-specific impacts.

The Fourth National Climate Assessment report says we’re going to see heavier rainfall, more hot days, fewer cold days, and an increase in sea-level.  A NOAA scientist associated with the report has noted that Florida has even seen an increase in “sunny day flooding” caused by king tides in South Florida.

The report says that “the evidence of human-caused climate change is overwhelming and continues to strengthen, that the impacts of climate change are intensifying across the country, and that climate-related threats to Americans’ physical, social, and economic well-being are rising.”

The evidence: the U.S. is 1.8 degrees warmer on average than it was 100 years ago, with sea levels 9 inches higher on average and growing. The report says that “Florida alone is estimated to have a 1-in-20 chance of having more than $346 billion (in 2011 dollars) in property value … below average sea level by 2100.”

Contrast this to a report last year by NOAA, in conjunction with the South Florida Water Management District, which said Florida sea levels are indeed rising (up to 17 inches higher by the year 2030, in a mid-range projection) but that why it’s happening and whether it will continue, remain unknown.

A 2015 state law (SB 1094 by Senator Brandes) requires coastal governments consider impacts of sea-level rise in their redevelopment planning.  The Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, created in 2010 by Broward, Miami-Dade, Monroe, and Palm Beach counties and now includes 35 local governments is examining ways to mitigate the impacts.  The Tampa Bay Regional Resiliency Coalition was formed this year to do likewise in Florida’s most vulnerable area for storm surge.

Last week the Florida Conservation Voters called on state legislative leaders to create a joint select committee on climate change.

SHARE THIS

Tags: Florida Flooding, Florida Sea-Level Rise, Global Change, Global Change Research Program, Global Warming, SB 1094, Senator Jeff Brandes, The Fourth National Climate Assessment

“Lisa this is another great newsletter, and we appreciate the time and energy you put into these informative updates – you are on top of these topics!”

Mike Graham, CEO
Smart Vent Products, Floodproofing.com, & Risk Reduction Plus
Juno Beach, FL

“Your newsletter is fabulous!  I greatly appreciate the topics you expose, so that insurance professionals like myself can keep up with the latest events that affect the public we serve and ourselves.”

Cynthia Hoehn, Independent Property & Casualty Personal Lines insurance agent
Clermont, FL

“Great article on Risk Rating 2.0!”

Austin Perez, Senior Policy Representative for Federal Housing, Valuation, Insurance and Commercial Issues
National Association of Realtors
Washington, D.C.

“Just a quick note to let you know how much I have appreciated your newsletter over the years and the assistance they offer for those in the field of claims. We depend on the information more than you will ever know!”

Laurie Rasberry, Chief Claims Officer
Acorn Claims
Prosper, Texas

“Thank you Lisa for staying on top of, as well as advocating, for Florida residents and legislative reform. Your newsletters are very informative and enjoy reading the points of view.”  

Shawna Miller, Sr. Claims Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager
Florida Peninsula Insurance Company
Jacksonville, FL

“Just wanted to say that I thoroughly love your newsletter. It’s is always informative and insightful to the ins and outs of our industry.  You are an inspiration and an important asset in the insurance world.  Keep up the great work!” 

Cynthia Scott, President
University Insurance Group
Davie, FL

“Lisa Miller is a true champion for the insurance industry, with her regular updates! We appreciate all you do and keeping us up to date on priority issues!”

Gillian Lloyd, Account Executive
Zywave
Milwaukee, WI

“Another great Newsletter on Florida industry this week.  Your service and advocacy in Florida is very important to keeping me updated and apprised of the Florida insurance laws, trends and overall environment.  Something similar is very much needed in Louisiana, too.”

Jennifer Tedesco, Esq., Claims Director
Pharos Claims Services
Orlando, FL

“I have followed your weekly newsletter and podcasts and now have a full appreciation for what you bring to this industry.  You are an inspiring force, plain and simple.  I wanted you to know that you make a difference.  Thank you for all you do!”

Jeffrey Karam, CPCU
Bradenton, FL

GET THE LATEST UPDATES IN YOUR INBOX FOR FREE!

SUBSCRIBE NOW

READ THE LATEST LMA NEWSLETTER ONLINE NOW

READ NOW

331 N. Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32301
(850) 222-1041
[email protected]

*DBE certified through affiliate Lisa Miller Consultants

© Copyright 2008 - 2023
Lisa Miller Associates
All Rights Reserved
Managed by SiteBolts