Research shows that if CO2 emissions continue to rise, global sea levels could increase by 6.2 feet by the year 2100, likely submerging major U.S. cities, especially on the East Coast. Key locations such as New York City, Boston, and Miami will face significant flooding risks. Researchers emphasize the importance of climate mitigation and planning for critical infrastructure amid uncertainties surrounding projected sea-level rise, which has a 90 percent chance of occurring without action on emissions.
Climate scientists have kept a watchful eye on the East Coast amid fears of melting glaciers. And the new map shows they may have had good reason.
Our new very likely projections highlight just how large the uncertainties are when it comes to sea-level rise, said study lead author Benjamin Grandey.
The high-end projection of [6.2 feet] underscores the need for decision-makers to plan for critical infrastructure accordingly.
The map also predicted that President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, located in Palm Beach, Florida, will also be underwater in about 75 years.
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