Water is a precious resource that sustains life, but its delicate balance is now threatened by the pressing issue of climate change.

Driven by the accumulation of greenhouse gases, primarily from human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation, climate change has far-reaching consequences. One of the most visible and concerning outcomes is the rising sea levels. As Earth's temperature increases, polar ice sheets and glaciers melt, and seawater expands due to higher temperatures, causing oceans to encroach upon coastal areas. This sea level rise threatens coastal communities, delicate ecosystems, and vital infrastructure, intensifying the frequency and severity of coastal flooding, storm surges, and erosion. Urgent action to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, alongside innovative adaptation strategies, is essential to curb sea level rise and safeguard our planet's coasts for current and future generations.

Documentary: planet e.: Refugees from Climate Change

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