Cape Hatteras National Seashore reported, "Many private properties adjacent to the beach in Rodanthe, which previously contained backyard land, dunes, and dry sand, are either partially or fully covered with ocean water on a regular basis." This statement reflects the alarming extent of the erosion crisis. Moreover, with rising sea levels, these homes are becoming increasingly vulnerable, demonstrating the direct impact of climate change on coastal properties.
Tancred Miller, director of the state's Division of Coastal Management, stated, "So we're looking at ... several hundred structures that could be put at risk due to a major storm or a major erosion event that could happen pretty much any time." This highlights the urgency and severity of the erosion situation in North Carolina, where homes are frequently endangered by natural disasters.
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