Real Stories from Communities Facing the Impact of Rising Sea Levels
Rising sea levels are affecting communities all over the world right now. From small island nations to major cities, the ocean is slowly taking land and changing lives. Here are some real stories from places where people are already feeling the impact of rising seas. Summary of Rising Sea Level Impacts Location Impact Pacific Islands (Kiribati, Maldives) Islands sinking, people displaced, culture at risk of disappearing. Miami, USA Flooding on sunny days, roads raised, seawalls built. Venice, Italy City sinking, major flooding, MOSE project underway to protect it. Bangladesh (Sundarbans) Mangrove forest disappearing, families displaced, constant relocation. New York City, USA Flooding risk, post-Hurricane Sandy improvements, flood barriers built. 1. Pac...
