You have recently returned from a professional conference in Florida where you toured Miami Beach and learned of efforts being made there to adapt to climate change. What steps would you take to help your own city prepare for rising sea levels? How would you explain the risks and impacts of climate disruption to your fellow city leaders to gain their support
You have recently returned from a professional conference in Florida where you toured Miami Beach and learned of efforts being made there to adapt to climate change. What steps would you take to help your own city
prepare for rising sea levels? How would you explain the risks and impacts of climate
disruption to your fellow city leaders to gain their support?
INTRODUCTION
Location : Miami beach in Florida
Climatic conditions: The climate of Miami is classified as having a tropical monsoon climate with hot and humid summers; short, warm winters.
WHY SEA LEVEL RISING
sea level is rapidly rising in Florida due to its geographical location. The US state sits on a bedrock of porous limestone. This sponge-like ground allows groundwater to easily flow through the holes from below, rising at the same rate as the ocean floor. sea levels are expected to be 10 to 17 inches higher than 2000 levels.
STEPS TAKEN FOR RISING SEA LEVEL
By raising streets,
By installing pumps,
building sea walls.
Build flood barriers to protect infrastructure. Flood barriers to protect critical infrastructure include levees, dikes, and seawalls.
Relocate facilities to higher elevations.
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