Study Focuses On Groundwater As Florida Braces For Sea Level Rise – WLRN

Article Synopsis – Researchers studying inland flooding in Florida have found that the flooding was caused by groundwater maintained at higher levels to help push back against encroaching sea water. The groundwater seeped to the surface through the peninsula’s porous limestone. Due to the low elevation of the land, the groundwater cannot be raised enough to keep up with the rising seas. To read the actual article click here.

By Sharon Gray December 14, 2017 Newsletter