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Climate Change and Rising Sea Levels

In Climate Change and Rising Sea Levels, learn how sea levels have risen by about 8 inches (20 cm) in the past 100 years, significantly affecting coastal communities. See the impacts on Isle de Jean Charles, Louisiana, where residents are being forced to relocate due to the rising waters. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Climate Change — The Facts, a documentary that delves into the science of climate change and its far-reaching consequences.

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Location:
Louisiana
Grades:
6-89-12
Program:
Climate Change — The Facts
Time:
3:23
Subject:
Science
Topic:
Environmental Science

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Q: How does the rise in sea levels impact people living in coastal areas?
A: It causes flooding, damage to homes, and forces people to relocate. Some may lose their homes entirely.

Q: Who is responsible for addressing the problems caused by rising sea levels in coastal regions?
A: Different people may have different views, but it could be a shared responsibility between the government, industries contributing to climate change, and communities affected by the issue.

Q: What might happen if the sea levels continue to rise at the current rate?
A: Coastal areas may experience more severe flooding, displacing even more people, and causing extensive damage to homes and infrastructure.

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