The increasing frequency and intensity of rainstorms in Metro Detroit have led to significant flooding, causing property damage, basement backups, and sewage overflows. Aging infrastructure and combined sewer systems are struggling to handle the rising precipitation levels, exacerbated by climate change. Vulnerable communities, particularly those with lower income levels, face greater challenges due to limited resources for infrastructure upgrades. The region's infrastructure failures have also led to lawsuits and public frustration over the lack of effective flood mitigation measures.