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How is coastal erosion impacting life in San Diego? – NBC 7 San Diego

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NBC 7 San Diego (05-07-2024)
NBC 7 explores coastal erosion and the threat to people, property & infrastructure along San Diego’s coastline.

Image at Top: Screenshot from NBC 7 San Diego’s “How is Coastal Erosion Impacting Life in San Diego” via Youtube.

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