Jersey Shore beaches erode severely due to rising sea levels, waves, and flooding, prompting local towns to request the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for beach replenishment prior to summer.
Jersey Shore's beaches are shrinking due to erosion, with towns like Atlantic City, Ocean City, and North Wildwood experiencing severe beach erosion problems. Beach erosion is caused by rising sea levels, strong waves, and coastal flooding, which wear away rocks, soils, and sands along the coast. New Jersey towns are pleading for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to prioritize local beach replenishment efforts before summer.
April 21, 2024
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