Sea level is predicted to rise by as much as 10 feet by the end of the next century if we do not dramatically curb greenhouse gas emissions? Will planes with wheels still be able to land at Half Moon Bay Airport if sea level rises by this amount? Explain briefly

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Sea level is predicted to rise by as much as 10 feet by the end of the next century if we do not dramatically curb greenhouse gas emissions? Will planes with wheels still be able to land at Half Moon Bay Airport if sea level rises by this amount? Explain briefly

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