This footage was filmed and produced 9 January 2024.

Amid the aftermath of a severe winter storm that inundated downtown Annapolis, James Ronayne documented the impact by kayaking through floodwaters. Ronayne, who had been monitoring tide and wind forecasts, observed the alarming conditions earlier in the day during mid-day low tide. Recognizing the significance of the approaching storm, he launched his kayak from the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel parking lot around 4 pm.

In a reflection on the experience, Ronayne expressed a mix of fascination and concern, attributing the heightened tides to the discernible effects of climate change. He noted the increasing frequency of such occurrences, emphasizing the substantial consequences for local traffic and businesses with each occurrence. Ronayne's firsthand account provides a poignant insight into the immediate and tangible impacts of climate change on the Annapolis community.