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Researchers Uncover Hurricane Sandy’s Hidden Death Toll

Researchers Uncover Hurricane Sandy’s Hidden Death Toll
health8/6/2025

New research shows that hurricanes increase the risk of death among seniors who continue to live in storm-battered areas, but the mortality impacts vary by region.

More than a decade after Hurricane Sandy flooded the East Coast and killed over 200 people, a new study has revealed the storm’s lasting impact on mortality risk among older adults. The researchers linked hurricane flood exposure to a 9% increase in ... [4114 chars]