Tag #Coastal Erosion

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Ancient Hawaiian Petroglyphs Re-emerge on Oahu

A panel of 26 ancient Hawaiian petroglyphs, mostly human-like figures, has reappeared on Oahu's coast due to seasonal ocean swells removing overlying sand; this is the first time the entire panel has been visible since 2014, offering insights into the area's history and the impact of rising sea leve...

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Lancelin Lookout Demolition Paused Amid Erosion Crisis

The Shire of Gingin in Western Australia temporarily halted plans to demolish a beloved Lancelin lookout threatened by coastal erosion after facing strong community opposition, highlighting the conflict between safety and preserving the structure's emotional significance and memorial plaques, despit...

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Guatemala's Chiquimulilla Canal Faces Ecological and Socioeconomic Crisis

In Guatemala, climate change, unsustainable agriculture, and overfishing have devastated the Chiquimulilla Canal, impacting the livelihoods of hundreds of families. A community-led project is restoring mangroves and promoting sustainable practices to address this crisis, involving women in leading r...

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Marbella's Coastal Regeneration Project Approved After Years of Delays

The Spanish government approved an "8.5 million euro project to regenerate Marbella's coastline, constructing two breakwaters and adding 200,771 cubic meters of sand to combat erosion, after years of delays due to disputes over demolition of the existing seafront.

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Unmanageable Sea Level Rise Projected at 1.5C Warming

A new study warns that unmanageable sea level rise, driven by quadrupled ice sheet melt since the 1990s, will occur at just 1.5C global heating, causing catastrophic inland migration even if current warming levels persist; exceeding 2.5C would trigger a 12-meter rise.

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35 Miami Luxury High-Rises Sinking Due to Construction and Geological Factors

A University of Miami study found that 35 luxury high-rises in Miami, including Trump Tower III and Porsche Design Tower, are sinking up to four inches due to construction and geological factors, raising concerns about structural integrity and the safety of residents despite continued sales.

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Climate Change Erodes Montgat's Beaches, Threatening Economy and Residents"

In Montgat, Spain, climate change is causing rapid beach erosion due to intensified storms and rising sea levels, threatening the town's tourism-dependent economy and residents' access to the coastline; authorities are struggling to keep pace with the erosion, which has accelerated in recent years.

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Solomon Islands Villager's Mangrove Restoration Project

In Oibola village, Solomon Islands, Ben Waleilia's eight-year mangrove restoration project has replanted over 16,000 seedlings, recovering 40,000 square meters of coastal habitat, combating deforestation driven by population growth and climate change impacts, and inspiring community involvement.

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Louisiana Startup Recycles Glass, Combats Coastal Erosion

Franziska Trautmann and Max Steitz founded Glass Half Full in Louisiana to address the state's lack of glass recycling by crushing glass into sand for coastal restoration, recycling over 10 million bottles and opening a facility processing 300,000 pounds of glass daily.

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Alexandria's Sinking Crisis: Climate Change and Building Collapses

Alexandria, Egypt, is sinking due to climate change and tectonic activity, causing coastal erosion and building collapses; over 280 buildings collapsed from 2001-2021, and 43 more from 2023-2025, highlighting the urgent need for mitigation.

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UK Seaside Town at Risk of Vanishing Due to Coastal Erosion

The UK seaside town of Happisburgh, Norfolk, is facing severe coastal erosion, losing over 250 meters of coastline since the 1990s, with predictions it could vanish by 2050 due to climate change and the composition of the cliffs.

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Accelerating Sea Level Rise Poses Grave Threat to Coastal Communities

Global sea levels are rising at an accelerating rate due to human-caused global warming, with a projected 6-inch rise by 2050 and potential for much more significant increases by 2100, posing significant threats to coastal communities worldwide.

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