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Why Rising Waters Are Still A Concern Beyond the Coasts

July 18, 2021

The West and Southwest U.S. are facing a historic and deadly heatwave. This summer has brought oppressive heat, excessive drought, and raging wildfires. Meanwhile, coastal areas in the East and Southeast are bracing for a more active hurricane season that’s already brought damaging winds and severe flooding. Experts says climate change is to blame for the extreme summer forecast and predict it’s only going to get worse. As our Special Correspondent Joie Chen reports, even those beyond the coastline, should be concerned by the rising waters.

 

 

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