NASA predicts 15 cm of irreversible sea-level rise for low-lying Pacific Islands by 2050, increasing flood risk.

NASA's report indicates that low-lying Pacific Islands, including Tuvalu, Kiribati, and Fiji, will face at least 15 cm of irreversible sea-level rise in the next 30 years, regardless of emissions changes. This rise will lead to increased flooding, with the number of high-tide flooding days expected to rise significantly by the 2050s. The agency has developed flood maps to assist these nations in planning mitigation efforts and improving early warning systems.

September 25, 2024
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