Rising sea levels and urban developments are accelerating coastal erosion in Southern California at an alarming rate, according to a new USC study.
If you think living in Southern California is expensive now, can you imagine what it will be like in 25 or 30 years? Factor in rising sea levels and urban developments that are fast-tracking coastal erosion and things aren't looking great. SUGGESTED: California median home price soars to record-highA new USC study reveals those factors are accelerating at "an alarming rate" in the region, resulting in "significant ripple effects on the region's economy.
SUGGESTED: This map shows the hourly wage needed to afford rent in California"The challenges facing Southern California mirror a growing threat shared by coastal communities worldwide. The environmental and economic implications of coastal erosion reach far beyond California's shores and demand interdisciplinary, global solutions," he said.
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