The Eat, Think, and Be Merry! (ETBM) Science Café series will explore “Accelerating Sea Level Rise - Increasing Risk for Coastal Communities” and feature Dr. Hal Wanless (University of Miami).
The Bookstore (3399 Virginia Street) will host this event on Monday, April 19 at 7 pm.
As ice melt from the Ice Sheets of Greenland and Antarctica has accelerated over the past decade, the reality that we will have a significant rise in sea level this century becomes more apparent. At least 4 to 6 feet of sea level rise is expected by 2100. This will dramatically diminish low-lying coastal communities like south Florida, Mumbai and Shanghai, resulting in inundation and abandonment of the sandy barrier islands and many of the deltas of the world, and stretch the civil of civilization to near the breaking point.
ETBM provides a casual environment in which people can learn about ongoing marine research and discuss ocean issues, particularly as they relate to Florida. No science background necessary.
To get updates on ETBM events, please join our Eat, Think, and Be Merry! facebook group here or email adymscorrea@gmail.com
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