Millions more people are in the path of rising seas than previously thought - NPR
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New studies reveal that sea levels are higher than previously estimated, putting millions more people at risk from coastal hazards. This indicates climate change impacts are worse than feared, with some regions like Oregon having more accurate forecasts.
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- Millions more people are in the path of rising seas than previously thought NPR
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- Sea Levels Are Already Higher Than Many Scientists Think, New Study Shows The New York Times
- Oregon’s sea level forecasts more accurate than many around the globe, scientist says Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB