American Climate Video: After a Deadly Flood That Was ‘Like a Hurricane,’ a Rancher Mourns the Loss of His Cattle

For Merle Stuthman, his 41 Texas Longhorn cattle were more than just a source of income—they were pets. So when Nebraska floods killed 10 of his animals last year, the loss was more than financial. This video is part of our American Climate series, documenting how climate change is affecting people across the country.