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Miami
Isabella Braghi
Created on November 27, 2023
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The low elevations of both makes climate change a severe issue.
Both wildlife and residents are in danger.
Increased flooding destroys wetlands, which causes more severe flooding
Destruction of homes and property from storms
Flooding puts life at risk
Louisiana faces threats very similar to the ones Miami faces.
Climate change ultimately poses a "threat to the state's economy," (Gallagher & Cattelino, 2020).
Higher temperatures means daily life is becoming more uncomfortable
There is no long-term plan to address this threat
Expensive property continues to be sold
Wildlife is threatened as habitats are destroyed
Miami Underwater
Where Else is this Happening?
Impacts
It is important to support laws that address the main causes of climate change. Supporting laws that protect wildlife and the environment is also essential.
Miami faces increased flooding
Miami Faces ClimatE Change
References
Gallagher, M. F., & Cattelino, J. (2020). Youth, climate change and visions of the future in Miami. Local Environment, 25(4), 290–304. https://doi.org/10.1080/13549839.2020.1744116 Irish, J. L., Sleath, A., Cialone, M. A., Knutson, T. R., & Jensen, R. E. (2013). Simulations of Hurricane Katrina (2005) under sea level and climate conditions for 1900. Climatic Change, 122(4), 635–649. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10584-013-1011-1