Communities across the U.S. are experiencing significant impacts from repeated flooding, including damage to infrastructure, homes, and local economies. In Missouri, floodwaters have swept away homes, and emergency evacuations have been necessary. In Tennessee, areas still recovering from Hurricane Helene in 2024 faced new flooding in June 2026. The strain of repeated disasters is leading to frayed social networks, emotional exhaustion, and financial instability for residents. Local governments and emergency response systems are also under increasing pressure, with resources stretched thin. The compounding nature of disasters, such as floods coinciding with heatwaves or housing shortages, further exacerbates the challenges faced by affected communities.