How the moon’s ‘wobble’ worsens coastal flooding
This editorial by University of Hawaiʻi at 惭ā苍辞补 Assistant Professor Philip R. Thompson was posted in The Hill on July 20, 2021.
This editorial by University of Hawaiʻi at 惭ā苍辞补 Assistant Professor Philip R. Thompson was posted in The Hill on July 20, 2021.
Sea-level rise and natural fluctuations in tidal range are anticipated to cause tipping points in the frequency of high-tide flooding.
Christina Gerhardt will also complete her current book project, an Atlas of (Remote) Islands and Sea Level Rise.
Low-lying reef islands such as the Marshall Islands could become unstable by mid-century and permanently lost as soon as 2080.
Researchers assessed the shoreline around Oʻahu most vulnerable to erosion under three scenarios of sea-level rise—all estimated to occur before, and shortly after mid-century.
Sea level variability alters tidal cycles and enhances the risks of coastal flooding and erosion beyond changes associated with sea level rise.
Ian F. Tapu’s essay won first place in the National Native American Law Students Association writing competition.
The data suggests that present-day extreme water levels will become commonplace within the next few decades.
SOEST researchers found in the next few decades, sea-level rise will likely cause an increase in flooding in Honolulu’s urban core.
Interactive walk and talk series, HighWaterLine: Honolulu will utilize art to show the public how drastic sea level rise could impact Kakaʻako.