A report by the Virginia Institute of Marine Science warns that California’s coastal cities, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Alameda, may face significant sea level rises by 2050. San Diego is experiencing the highest rate of rise on the West Coast at 2.6 mm annually. The rising sea levels are expected to lead to increased flooding, potential evacuation of millions, and considerable economic damage, estimated at $18 billion in inundated buildings. The report also highlights growing concerns for major cities across the US, including New York and Boston, facing similar threats.
California's coastal cities, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, are facing alarming predictions of significant sea level rise by 2050, threatening communities.
San Diego is experiencing the highest rate of sea level rise along the West Coast at 2.6 millimeters per year, posing serious risks to the region.
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