Identifying Local Opportunities
Opportunity 1
Below The Surface
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This story speaks of a local retired firefighter who has made a video of what the rid tide has done below the surface of the waters in the Sarasota Bay area.
The problem presented in this story is the devastation of the sea life caused by the red tide which has caused a drop in eco tourism because of the dead fish everywhere as well as the dangerous conditions.
This problem is experienced by all people who enjoy the beach and the oceans affected by the red tide as well as those who make a living from ecotourism in these areas
Opportunity 2
Invasive and predatory, lionfish now live in bay
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This article tells of the discovery of lionfish deep inside of the Tampa Bay, this is the first lionfish found in this area and raises concern about the spread of the species.
The problem presented in this article is the vast spread of lionfish and the catastrophic impact they have on our underwater ecosystem, as well as there is currently no solution to eradicate the lionfish completely.
This problem effects those that enjoy swimming and diving in the waters, as well as fisherman and anyone who eats fish.
Opportunity 3
Wild pigs plow up yards, plague Flagler neighborhoods
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This article describes a high class neighborhood that is plagued with wild hogs, which are a huge problem all across the US and cause over $1.5 billion in damage every year
The problem presented in this article is that there are wild hogs destroying perfectly manicured lawns in a high class neighborhood and no one know how to eradicate them.
This problem effects those that live in these neighborhoods that are being tormented by the wild hogs.
Opportunity 4
‘No floor, no walls, no ceiling’: Irma recovery still underway for many
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This article tells the story of people who are still attempting to recover from hurricane Irma, which hit over a year ago.
The problem presented in this article is that many people affected by hurricane Irma are still rebuilding their homes over a year later, and many contractors are actually walking away from these unfinished projects
This problem effects those who's homes are still not rebuilt since the storm.
Opportunity 5
Storm’s uncertain track sows fear
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This article describes the incoming hurricane Florence and the seriousness of the storm and how devestating it is expected to be.
The problem described by the story is the destruction that will be caused by the storm which creates a need for construction and landscape crews.
This problem effects all those who are in the storms path.
Below The Surface
Link To Article
This story speaks of a local retired firefighter who has made a video of what the rid tide has done below the surface of the waters in the Sarasota Bay area.
The problem presented in this story is the devastation of the sea life caused by the red tide which has caused a drop in eco tourism because of the dead fish everywhere as well as the dangerous conditions.
This problem is experienced by all people who enjoy the beach and the oceans affected by the red tide as well as those who make a living from ecotourism in these areas
Opportunity 2
Invasive and predatory, lionfish now live in bay
Link To Article
This article tells of the discovery of lionfish deep inside of the Tampa Bay, this is the first lionfish found in this area and raises concern about the spread of the species.
The problem presented in this article is the vast spread of lionfish and the catastrophic impact they have on our underwater ecosystem, as well as there is currently no solution to eradicate the lionfish completely.
This problem effects those that enjoy swimming and diving in the waters, as well as fisherman and anyone who eats fish.
Opportunity 3
Wild pigs plow up yards, plague Flagler neighborhoods
Link to Article
This article describes a high class neighborhood that is plagued with wild hogs, which are a huge problem all across the US and cause over $1.5 billion in damage every year
The problem presented in this article is that there are wild hogs destroying perfectly manicured lawns in a high class neighborhood and no one know how to eradicate them.
This problem effects those that live in these neighborhoods that are being tormented by the wild hogs.
Opportunity 4
‘No floor, no walls, no ceiling’: Irma recovery still underway for many
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This article tells the story of people who are still attempting to recover from hurricane Irma, which hit over a year ago.
The problem presented in this article is that many people affected by hurricane Irma are still rebuilding their homes over a year later, and many contractors are actually walking away from these unfinished projects
This problem effects those who's homes are still not rebuilt since the storm.
Opportunity 5
Storm’s uncertain track sows fear
Link to Article
This article describes the incoming hurricane Florence and the seriousness of the storm and how devestating it is expected to be.
The problem described by the story is the destruction that will be caused by the storm which creates a need for construction and landscape crews.
This problem effects all those who are in the storms path.
Hi Andrew,
ReplyDeleteGreat list of opportunities! I found opportunity 4 most interesting. It’s so upsetting how people are still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Irma and entire year later. This caught my eye because Hurricane Florence has just hit North and South Carolina, resulting in over 20 deaths and widespread power outage. On the other side of the world,Typhoon Mangkhut, which is the most intense typhoon in Hong Kong’s recorded history, severely damaged roads, infrastructure and trees. I believe there is definitely an opportunity for more effective disaster relief to reduce the suffering of those unfortunately affected.