PBS NewsHour  Louisiana Fishermen Pioneer Floating Architecture

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Episode: Louisiana Fishermen Pioneer Floating Architecture

For more on this story go to http://www.pbs.org/newshour/topic/climate-change/ The fishing community on Old River in Louisiana is in a flood-prone area. In order to maintain their homes, many of the residents have mobilized to devise an innovative solution: turning their homes into floating rafts. Also known as "amphibious," the houses usually stay grounded, but float when the water rises.

Duration: (4:01)
Premiere Date: 06/04/2012
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: E


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