List of Coastal Areas Under Threat from Rising Sea Levels

Global warming is just beginning to leave its mark on the planet. With Arctic ice melting faster than expected, the threat of rising sea levels is increasing. It's projected that by the end of the century, sea levels will rise by approximately one meter. One meter may not seem like a lot but a rise of this magnitude can have disastrous implications on 10% of the world's population or 600 million people living in low-lying areas. Here are a few areas vulnerable to rising sea levels.

The South Pacific

A number of South Pacific nations are under threat of being consumed by rising sea levels. Most of these islands have been impacted by flooding, stormy seas, and coastal erosion. The South Pacific nations of Kiribati, Cook Islands, Tuvalu, and Papua New Guinea are just a few experiencing these affects. If see levels continue to rise, some nations will be underwater by the end of the century.

Venice, Italy

Considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Venice is another coastal city at risk. Venice has been battling rising sea levels and lagoon flooding for centuries. On top of all that, Venice has been sinking due to natural settling of lagoon sediments. Preventative measures are being taken to prevent flooding. The government is installing a series of steal gates at the lagoons three entrances to protect Venice from rising sea levels.

The Americas

Even some of the world's richest areas will be vulnerable. Most of the United States Atlantic coast will experience coastal flooding and erosion. The areas considered most vulnerable are New York city, Southern parts of Florida, and Texas. Other places that are vulnerable are parts of the Caribbean, Mexico, and Ecuador.

This is just a small list of areas vulnerable to rising sea levels. If you have any to add, please feel free to drop them in a comment.

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