15 Cities at Risk of Being Underwater by 2030 | Exciting Info

hi welcome back to exciting info today we are going to delve into the potential impact of rising sea levels on 15 cities that could potentially be underwater by 2030. these predictions are based on climate Central's Maps which provide us with valuable insights into the future risks posed by climate change let's explore these cities in more detail before we begin it's important to note that these projections are based on the current trajectory of global warming however there's still time to take action and mitigate these risks let's take a closer look at these cities and the challenges they may face Amsterdam the Netherlands Amsterdam situated in the low countries is known for its flat landscape and proximity to the North Sea the Dutch have been Pioneers in flood defense systems but as sea levels rise their dikes dams barriers levees and floodgates will become even more crucial to protect the city Basra Iraq Basra Iraq's mainport city lies on the shat al-arab and is susceptible to rising sea levels due to its intricate network of canals and neighboring marshlands with existing challenges of waterborne diseases increased flooding could pose a significant threat to the city and its surrounding areas New Orleans USA New Orleans known for its unique location below sea level relies on a system of levees for protection however even with these defenses rising sea levels could cause catastrophic damage Wildlife preserves in the area are also at risk of being submerged Venice Italy Venice the beautiful Italian City built on a lagoon is already sinking at a rate of two millimeters per year coupled with rising sea levels Venice faces an increased frequency of high tides that can inundate the city while flood defense systems are in place the challenges will become more difficult and costly to manage Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City the Eastern districts particularly the densely built up Marshland of Thursday team are at greater risk from rising sea levels additionally the city is vulnerable along the Mekong Delta making it more prone to flooding in tropical storms in the future Kolkata India Kolkata located in the fertile landscape of West Bengal is increasingly concerned about the impact of rising sea levels during the monsoon season the city May face challenges as rainwater has less land to run off into potentially leading to increased vulnerability to flooding Bangkok Thailand Bangkok the bustling Thai Capital faces a multitude of risks from rising sea levels sitting just 1.5 meters above sea level and sinking at a rapid rate Bangkok is built on dense clay soil making it more susceptible to flooding by 2030 coastal areas such as the can samiprocken and even the main airport Savannah bomi International could be underwater Georgetown Guyana Georgetown the capital of Guyana relies heavily on its massive sea wall to protect its coastal areas which are between 0.5 and 1 meter below high tide with 90 of the country's population living on the coast substantial reinforcement of the sea wall is necessary to prevent massive damage to georgetown's Central areas Savannah USA Savannah Georgia is located in a hurricane hotspot making it vulnerable to the devastating effects of rising sea levels the city is surrounded by the Savannah River in the North and the ogichi river in the South which can overflow into the nearby marshlands during hurricanes and flash floods with the predicted increase in historical flood levels the impact on Savannah could be even more severe colner Bangladesh kolna the third largest city in Bangladesh is situated just nine meters above sea level the country known for its vulnerability to extreme flooding experienced devastating floods in 2021 climate Central's projections indicate that Kona is at even greater risk with the red tide creeping in from the West towards Colma University and Kona agricultural University Japan in Japan Nagoya the country's fourth largest city faces potential challenges from rising sea levels particularly during the typhoon season the built-up coastal areas stemming from the nagera and kiso rivers could find themselves below the projected tideline requiring careful planning and preparation Molly Maldives the Maldives an island nation in the Indian Ocean has long been aware of the threats posed by rising sea levels while the capital city of Mali itself may not be directly at risk its infrastructure and surrounding Islands including the airport and much of Ohio mail face significant challenges due to the rising tide levels dandong China dandong a major city in northeastern China sits on the yalu river bordering North Korea with over 2 million residents Don dong is not exempt from the risks of rising sea levels the map shows potential areas below the tideline stretching from the city of dong gang up the yalu river Indonesia banjo masin known as the city of Thousand Rivers is located in Indonesia's swampy delta near the burrito river climate Central's projections indicate that the city is likely to experience regular flooding by 2030. this poses significant challenges for both the city's infrastructure and its Rich indigenous banjaris culture Port Said Egypt finally we come to Port Said a coastal city in northeastern Egypt the threats of rising sea levels extend not only to the city itself but also to vast areas of land below it the local government has already begun building barriers to protect Farmers lands and crops from saltwater flooding these are just a few examples of the cities that could potentially face significant challenges due to rising sea levels by 2030. however it's essential to remember that we have the power to take action and mitigate these risks by raising awareness and pressuring governments to take decisive climate action we can work towards a more resilient and sustainable future thank you for joining us today as we explore these vulnerable cities let's use this knowledge to inspire change and protect our 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Length: 6min 2sec (362 seconds)

Published: Fri Jun 02 2023