Alaska Coastal Communities’ Exposure to Climate Change-Induced Flooding

New research conducted by USGS, University of Alaska Fairbanks, and NOAA points to the escalating threat of flooding to coastal communities in Alaska, driven by climate change and rising sea levels. Published in Scientific Reports, the study employs innovative approaches to estimate flood elevations, crucial for planning and safeguarding Alaska’s many coastal communities.

New research conducted by USGS, University of Alaska Fairbanks, and NOAA points to the escalating threat of flooding to coastal communities in Alaska, driven by climate change and rising sea levels. Published in Scientific Reports, the study employs innovative approaches to estimate flood elevations, crucial for planning and safeguarding Alaska’s many coastal communities. Read More