Newsy Investigates: Erosion Is Turning Dream Homes Into Nightmares

The video discusses the growing threat of coastal erosion, particularly in North Carolina's Outer Banks. It highlights the challenges faced by homeowners like Lance Goldner, whose properties are at risk. The video explains erosion hotspots, the lack of adequate mapping by FEMA, and the financial and legal implications for homeowners. It also touches on the limited options available to mitigate these risks, including the potential for insurance payouts if homes are lost to the ocean.

What is the main issue faced by homeowners in Rodanthe, North Carolina?

• Overpopulation

• Coastal erosion

• High property taxes

• Lack of public transportation

What are erosion hotspots?

• Zones with abundant wildlife

• Areas with high rates of erosion

• Places with high pollution levels

• Regions with frequent earthquakes

Why might homebuyers be unaware of erosion risks?

• FEMA does not map erosion hazard areas

• Erosion data is not publicly available

• Real estate agents are not required to disclose erosion risks

• Erosion is not a significant issue

What financial challenge do homeowners face when their property is at risk of erosion?

• Higher insurance premiums

• Increased utility bills

• Rising property values

• Mortgage obligations despite property damage

What was the Upton Jones program?

• A program to pay homeowners to move from erosion hotspots

• An initiative to plant trees along the coast

• A grant for building new homes

• A tax incentive for coastal businesses