Published on Jan 22, 2015
Sea-level rise due to polar ice melt and thermal expansion of the ocean water is one of the major threats of climate change.
Not only will sea-level rise submerge parts of some coastal cities, but it will also make them more vulnerable to storm surges, flooding and even tidal waters.
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