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December 20, 2023

Prioritizing sea level rise vulnerability across Puget Sound

  • New study highlights parcels at highest risk of coastal flooding and erosion.
    • By AVERY MAVERICK
    Natural Systems Design and Coastal Geologic Services

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    Maverick

    A new research study ranked over 111,000 land parcels in Puget Sound based on their vulnerability to coastal flooding and erosion that accompanies rising sea levels. Conducted by Pacific Northwest environmental design and engineering firm Natural Systems Design and Coastal Geologic Services, with the research institute Washington Sea Grant and the National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS), the study provides insight for landowners and government officials as they seek to minimize and mitigate the effects of sea level rise (SLR) on coastal property.


     
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