Hello, I live in Florida which is the southernmost state of the USA.
I also live in Florida! I'm in South Florida where it's extremely hot but right on the coast so the breeze from the ocean makes it tolerable!
That's great! Florida is the 3rd most populous and 8th most densely populated state. It seems people are moving here!
I moved here two years ago haha so I don't blame them! Living and working right near the ocean is an absolute paradise. Except for the drivers. Florida has the worst drivers.
Yes, I agree about the drivers. The mix of tourists, elderly, and locals create some hazardous conditions. Florida is at or near sea level. We don't have many mountains!
Is that what makes it so dangerous when the hurricanes happen? I know near me they drain one of the big lakes when there is a impending hurricane.
Yes, flooding is a major concern as Florida has the lowest high point of any state. Retention ponds are used extensively for drainage purposes.
Ive never heard of a retention pond before. What is that exactly?
It is an artificial lake with vegetation around the perimeter, and includes a permanent pool of water in its design
Oh ok interesting. I'm curious now how many of those they have near me! I'll have to look it up.