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West Coast sea levels projected to rise a foot
Original: West Coast sea levels expected to rise a foot
Sea levels along the US West Coast are expected to rise by about a foot, according to a report circulating in regional news outlets. The projection raises concerns for coastal communities in California, Oregon and Washington, where flooding, erosion and infrastructure strain are likely to increase as ocean levels climb in the coming decades.
Why now: New projections of significant sea level rise are raising concern among West Coast residents and policymakers about coastal flooding risks.
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Evidence
- West Coast sea levels expected to rise a foot · Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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