Scientists issue dire warning as iconic American city sinks into the sea

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  1. Lerner

    Lerner Well-Known Member

    Scientists issue dire warning as iconic American city sinks into the sea: 'Human intervention has made it worse'
    https://www.yahoo.com/news/scientists-issue-dire-warning-iconic-121531478.html

    One of the country's most unique cities, known for its cuisine and colorful culture, is not only sinking, but it is also being engulfed by rising seas.

    What's happening?
    New Orleans rightfully boasts of an "invigorating spirit" that can be found in its rich history, art, music, and eclectic culture. The city's tourism industry provides around 75,000 jobs for its residents. Scientists say this special city is at risk, though, from a number of forces.

    NASA and researchers at Tulane University say the Crescent City is sinking at the rate of one to two inches per year, per Big Easy Magazine.

     
  2. Rich Douglas

    Rich Douglas Well-Known Member

    Thankfully, New Orleans is in Louisiana, a state well known for its support of political leaders who wish to research and combat climate change.
     
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  3. NotJoeBiden

    NotJoeBiden Active Member

    And luckily the current administration’s funding of NASA and other federal agencies will be redirected to funding this as well, and not filling the wallets of the oligarchy.
     
  4. Lerner

    Lerner Well-Known Member

    Indeed, we need to turn to science and scientists for evaluating and consulting in deriving or coming up with solutions.
     
  5. SteveFoerster

    SteveFoerster Resident Gadfly Staff Member

    Meanwhile after my profoundly undistinguished high school career my mom was just glad I got in somewhere.
     

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