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EPISODE · Jul 23, 2026 · 6 MIN

Flood-prone areas are losing residents

from Marketplace Morning Report · host Marketplace

Last year, counties with high flood risk had a net loss of over 60,000 residents — more than double the year before, according to a recent analysis from Redfin. We explore how climate risk is making things less affordable for homeowners. Then, a look at how WNBA players won a landmark new contract. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Stories featured in today’s episode:Residents flee flood-prone counties for more affordable homesThe labor agreement reshaping the WNBA

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