On the road to resiliency: Researchers map Hurricane Sandy impact in New York City

The video discusses the impact of a major storm on New York City's infrastructure, highlighting power outages and flooding. Civil engineer Dorothy Reed and her team are researching how to make the city's infrastructure more resilient by mapping power outages and weather data. The research aims to help planners and engineers identify vulnerabilities and prepare for future superstorms. The video also addresses the broader issue of rising sea levels and climate change, emphasizing the need for infrastructure improvements in coastal cities.

What were some of the immediate effects of Hurricane Sandy on New York City?

How is Dorothy Reed's team contributing to understanding the impact of storms on infrastructure?

What challenges does the team face in correlating power outages with flood levels?

What are the primary concerns regarding climate change and its impact on New York City?

In what ways can the city's infrastructure be improved to better prepare for future superstorms?