Gulf Coast

The Gulf Coast is a region in the southern United States bordering the Gulf of Mexico. It's newsworthy due to two separate, significant events. Firstly, the region is bracing for potentially catastrophic ice storms, impacting millions of Americans. This weather event is causing concern due to its potential severity and widespread impact. Secondly, the Gulf Coast, specifically a remote area in Texas, is the location of SpaceX's Starship development. This is noteworthy because Starship's test flights are impacting commercial airline routes over the Caribbean. The development of Starship on the Gulf Coast puts the region at the forefront of space exploration, but also raises concerns about the safety and regulation of these activities in relation to existing air traffic.