Like most American cities that border an ocean, New York City is at risk for flooding due to sea level rise.
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Sea levels are rising faster than they have in 28 centuries — here's where New York City could flood first
New York City, like most US cities that border an ocean, may eventually flood from sea level rise by 2050. The city released a map that shows where.
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By 2050, NYC's angerous waves are also now 20 times more likely to overwhelm the Manhattan seawall than they were 170 years ago, according to a recent study.
Anticipating those realities from climate change, the M
In 2012, Hurricane Sandy resulted in downed trees and electric lines, flooded homes, and damaged subway lines. Since thousands of homes and offices lost power, the city lost $25 billion in estimated business activity as well.
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Sea level rise is not a threat unique to New York. As BI's Erin Brodwin reported last year,
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