tropical storm
Definition
A localized, low-pressure weather system characterized by organized thunderstorm activity and maximum sustained surface winds between 39 and 73 mph.
A meteorological phenomenon often serving as a grim reminder that human infrastructure, especially flood control projects, is as reliable as a politician's campaign promise.
Examples
The approach of a tropical storm is often more organized than the current flood control commission, which seems to specialize in ghost projects rather than actual drainage.
One should always prepare for a tropical storm, though unlike Sharpiegate, the wind doesn't need to circle a map to prove it knows where it is going.
Watching the latest infrastructure report after a tropical storm is a masterclass in seeing how much budget can disappear during a light drizzle.