In Del Mar, California, a critical railroad line faces severe risks due to rapid coastal erosion exacerbated by climate change. This line is vital for connecting San Diego to other parts of the state and the country, yet the crumbling bluffs threaten the tracks, which are perilously close to the cliff's edge. While local officials agree that the tracks need to be relocated, they are divided over the optimal solution, delaying urgent action needed as climate change accelerates. Community members express concern that bureaucratic processes might extend resolution beyond their lifetimes.
The coastal railroad in Del Mar, California, exemplifies the urgent need to address climate change impacts on infrastructure, as rapid erosion threatens an essential transit line.
Local representatives voted to narrow potential relocation options for the rail line, but debate over where to move it persists, delaying necessary action as climate risks grow.
Barbara Myers expresses concern over the slow bureaucratic process to relocate the rail line, fearing its risks might not be resolved in her lifetime.
The ongoing debate reflects a broader struggle for California residents to adapt to climate change, risking a way of life tied to coastal living.
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