Calls for reform in Puerto Rico as Hurricane Fiona leaves entire island without power
Summary
Parts of the northern Caribbean washed away as heavy rains and winds from Hurricane Fiona bombarded islands. Puerto Rico saw some of the worst as homes, roads and businesses were still underwater after days of rain. William Brangham reports. For a transcript of this story,
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Five Facts
Where
has Hurricane Fiona struck?
What
are some of the ways Fiona has impacted Puerto Rico?
When
did Puerto Rico last experience a devastating hurricane?
Why
are some calling for reform after this latest hurricane?
How
might these reforms address system-wide problems in Puerto Rico?
Focus Questions
What is the major reform being called for after the latest storm? Why do you think Puerto Rico's infrastructure is not equipped to recover after major disasters? Who should take responsibility?
Media literacy: What interests do you think Puerto Rico's Resiliency Law Center represents? How can you find out?
For More
What students can do: Follow
this link
to read about how to help Puerto Rico following the storm. To better understand some of the challenges to reform in Puerto Rico, watch the following video from 2020 as the island prepared to vote on new leadership and a referendum to become a U.S. state.
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