"Rising: Surviving the Surge" Documentary
A gripping exploration of Hurricane Ian, the 2022 storm that forever changed Southwest Florida.
As survivors tried to rise from the wreckage, the storms kept coming. With dramatic storm footage, powerful stories of resilience, and insights from scientists, first responders, and community leaders, "Rising" is a wake-up call to the new reality of storm surge.
The film reveals the science behind the destruction and the persistent threat of storm surge from the coast to the heart of the state. Rising offers a vital reminder for storm preparedness when it matters most.
Viewer Advisory: This film features dramatic storm footage and accounts of Hurricane Ian that some viewers may find distressing.
Major funding for this program was provided through a grant from Florida Humanities with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Additional Support provided by
Howard K. and Nancy B. Cohen
The Jack Forté Foundation
Community Foundation of Sarasota County
Dr. and Mrs. Nelson A. Wright III
Bruce Bunch
Edie Hunt
Rising Film Credits:
Senior Producer & Writer
Janine Zeitlin
Videographer, Editor & Graphics
Tom James
Associate Producer & Assistant Editor
Susan Gard
Narrator
Cristela Guerra
Executive Producer
Pamela James
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Photos Courtesy of:
- Andrew West - USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images
- Southwest Florida Water Management District
- WGCU – Tom James
- StormChasingVideo.com
- WxChasing, LLC
Copyright:
A production of WGCU Public Media 2025
