Florida’s Freezing Weather Exposes Gaps in Preparedness for Vulnerable Communities

Florida, the so-called Sunshine State, rarely contends with freezing temperatures. Yet this recent cold snap—marked by lows near 19 degrees Fahrenheit in Tallahassee—has forced warming shelters to open for the homeless and prompted emergency measures by farmers. While some may view these rare chills as mere weather curiosities, the event underscores deeper vulnerabilities that demand accountability from officials tasked with protecting our most at-risk citizens and critical industries. Should Florida Be Better Prepared for Extreme Weather Shifts? This cold wave, the most severe in over three years, isn’t just an inconvenience; it’s a stark reminder of how unprepared certain local...