2019 Floods Exposed Levee System Weaknesses ... Again

The video discusses the challenges of the US levee system, particularly in Missouri, where local farmers like Tom Bullock face recurring floods. The levee system, built post-Great Depression, lacks centralized maintenance, leading to varied quality and frequent breaches. The 2019 floods caused significant damage, with 211 breaches in the Missouri River basin alone. Recovery efforts are ongoing, but recurring severe weather raises concerns about future flood risks and the need for improved flood management strategies.

What is the significance of the Missouri River in the context of the flooding described?

In what ways have flooding patterns changed in recent years according to the text?