Hurricane Maria Recovery

Hurricane Maria, which struck Puerto Rico in September 2017, caused catastrophic damage, leading to loss of life, widespread destruction of homes, and a long-term humanitarian crisis. Recovery efforts have focused on rebuilding infrastructure, restoring power, and providing medical and financial assistance. The process involved federal aid, community support, and private sector involvement, but challenges like bureaucratic delays and funds mismanagement have hindered progress. By 2023, many areas have shown improvement, yet some communities continue to struggle with inadequate resources and ongoing vulnerabilities to future storms, highlighting the need for resilient rebuilding and better disaster preparedness.