The UK’s first climate refugees: why more defences may not save this village from rising sea levels
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The impact of rising sea levels on our coastlines can be profound. A natural shoreline can respond to sea level rise and coastal erosion, provided the rise isn’t too rapid.
Given enough time, flora and fauna may have a chance to adapt. But a coastal area which has been heavily developed will respond differently, sometimes with catastrophic impacts on both people and nature.
Given enough time, flora and fauna may have a chance to adapt. But a coastal area which has been heavily developed will respond differently, sometimes with catastrophic impacts on both people and nature.
Keywords
- Sea level, coastal flooding
| Original language | English |
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| Journal | The Conversation |
| Publication status | Published - 31 Mar 2023 |