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flag Rising sea levels threaten over 5,500 U.S. hazardous waste sites by 2100, with 3,800 at risk of flooding by 2050, especially in coastal states.

flag Rising seas could expose more than 5,500 toxic and industrial sites in the U.S. to flooding by 2100, with 3,800 at risk as early as 2050, threatening major pollution events in coastal states like Florida, New Jersey, California, Louisiana, New York, Massachusetts, and Texas. flag Many of these facilities sit near low-income and minority communities, heightening health risks. flag With U.S. sea levels projected to rise about 11 inches by 2050, experts warn that stronger climate action, better flood planning, and fair access to protection are urgently needed to prevent future disasters.

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