Devastation from Hurricane Julia in Central America could lead to migration

Many Central Americans who fled their homes last week during Hurricane Julia are returning and assessing the damage. Severe storms and flooding like this can lead to an increase in migration to the United States. Anna-Catherine Brigida reports from the city of San Pedro Sula in Honduras, where some residents fled with all their belongings to shelters.

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