Stormy Weather for the Gulf Coast's Economic Woes The latest landfall of Tropical Storm Edouard on Louisiana's coast serves as a harsh reminder that the region's economic struggles are deeply intertwined with its vulnerability to extreme weather events.
The Gulf Coast, where Edouard made landfall with sustained winds of around 60 mph, has long been a hub of industry and commerce, from oil refining to shipping.
However, this same geography that makes it an economic powerhouse also renders it susceptible to the ravages of tropical storms like Edouard.