
Hyperlocal solutions for water and flood resilience
After a chemical spill shook the city's confidence in its tap water, Germantown residents doubled down on preparing for water disruptions. The GREAT Water Working Group launched to help neighbors prepare for emergencies, manage stormwater, and share resources. Block captains, renters, and neighbors without transportation are now leading a growing effort to build water resilience in one of Philly’s most flood-prone communities.