Nine years after a major hurricane caused widespread flooding, more flood-control infrastructure is in place. New detention basins, wider channels, and drainage repairs have been implemented, and some flood-prone homes have been voluntarily bought out. However, the effectiveness of these measures depends on various factors, including the location and the definition of "safer".
The region's readiness for another large storm is still uncertain. An expert notes that no amount of construction could completely prevent flooding if the area were to receive an extreme amount of rain again. Further details on the region's flood preparedness are available.
