Mexico’s Cities Not Ready for Climate Change
Towns on Mexico’s Caribbean coast are behind schedule on the design and implementation of plans to face the challenges of climate change, in spite of the urgency of measures to reduce vulnerability.
Coastal Communities Vulnerable To Next Big Storm
Dunes along much of the mid-Atlantic coast are vulnerable to extreme erosion in a Category 1 hurricane, a U.S. Geological Survey report says.
Beach Erosion Caused By Underground River? Philippines
The team of geologists sent to investigate what was initially believed to be a sinkhole in Candelaria, Zambales, said the presence of an underground river channel in the area could have caused the sudden collapse of at least 100 meters of shoreline.
Are Humans Responsible for the Himalayan Tsunami?
For years, a booming tourist industry, made possible by thousands of illegally constructed guesthouses, has spawned massive hydroelectric power projects on the rivers, while other infrastructure development designed to accommodate hoards of visitors has proceeded at a steady clip, putting undue stress on this fragile ecological zone.
Supermoon King Tides Batter Eroded Gold Coast Beaches
The Gold Coast’s erosion-battered beaches have sustained more damage from king tides coinciding with the “supermoon”.
California’s Biggest Dam Removal Project in History Begins in Carmel Valley
Today marks a historic event for California rivers: the launch of the biggest dam removal project in state history. This project demonstrates the art of the possible…
Cuba Razes Buildings to Fight Beach Erosion
Cuba is demolishing buildings constructed over the natural dunes of its famed seaside resort of Varadero, in a bid to fight beach erosion at its top tourist attraction.
Swept Away: Beach Erosion Continues to be Huge Problem for Texas
Beach erosion in Texas, as in numerous other U.S. locations, is a huge problem. Studies show that about 64 percent of the Texas coast is eroding at an average rate of 6 feet per year, but some areas are losing more than 25 feet per year. On average, the Texas coast is losing about 2.3 feet a year to erosion.
Small Dams On Chinese River Harm Environment More Than Expected, study finds
A fresh look at the environmental impacts of dams on an ecologically diverse and partially protected river in China found that small dams can pose a greater threat to ecosystems and natural landscapes than large dams.