South Florida’s rising seas and stronger hurricanes a recipe for disaster – Sun Sentinel
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Article Synopsis – The seas are rising, hurricanes are increasing in intensity, flooding is accelerating, and it’s only going to get worse. “In South Florida, we could see 12 to 30 additional inches of sea level rise by 2050”. Rising seas combined with warmer ocean temperatures increase the intensity of hurricanes and the damage that can occur from storm surge. “Florida’s shallow Gulf Coast waters and the shape of Tampa Bay make Tampa the most surge-vulnerable city in the United States. Three other Florida cities are in the top 10. That means the need to adapt with increased community resiliency and insurance incentives is crucial”. To read the actual article click here.