Sea Levels are Rising and
MIAMI IS FLOODING
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Miami’s subtropical climate and proximity to the coast make the region especially susceptible to tropical storms and hurricane activity. However, climate change, population growth, and urbanization have exacerbated the impacts of these natural phenomena, leading to increased risks for people and property related to flooding, storm surge, and extended periods of high heat.
Globally, sea levels are rising as average temperature is rising. This is primarily due to thermal expansion of ocean water and melting land ice. As a low-lying coastal city, Miami is vulnerable to the effects of sea level rise.
The Climate Compact estimates that:
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by 2030, sea level is projected to rise 6 to 10 inches
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by 2060, sea level is projected to rise 14 to 34 inches
Brickell
Property Damage
Miami Beach
High Tide 2015
King Tide
Flooded Streets
Raising Awareness
Our goal is to inform and educate people to raise awareness regarding what is going on in Miami-Dade County. faces a number of sea level rise risks, including increased urban flooding, increased saltwater intrusion and contamination of drinking water supplies, and flooding of power plant substations and ensuing power outages.
