Florida's Horseshoe Beach Faces Uncertain Future as Hurricane Season Looms

Residents grapple with rebuilding costs and changing community dynamics nearly a year after Hurricane Idalia's devastation.

Many residents are considering leaving or adapting their living situations due to high rebuilding costs and stringent building codes.
The small fishing village still shows significant damage from last year's Category 3 storm, with some homes flattened and others abandoned.
Rising insurance rates and the high cost of building elevated homes are major obstacles for those wishing to stay.
Federal and state aid programs offer some relief, but long-term housing solutions remain elusive.
Experts warn that climate change will continue to intensify storms, complicating efforts to protect and preserve coastal communities.