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Jersey Citys flooding issues are escalating, with Hurricane Ida causing record rainfall in September 2021, following Hurricane Sandy in 2012. New research reports reveal New Jersey as a top state for flood damage costs, due to rising sea levels and intensifying storms. Residents have been grappling with flooded homes and evacuations, with Ida resulting in at least 25 deaths and significant property damage. Outdated flood maps underestimate risks, as new data shows expanded flood zones affecting more neighborhoods. Officials advocate for improved infrastructure, such as pumps and barriers, to mitigate future flood threats.

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