Marshall Islands’ capital Majuro submerged by ‘King tides’

Marshall Islands’ capital Majuro submerged by ‘King tides’

3 MARCH 2014

Severe flooding in parts of the Marshall Islands capital Majuro has underlined the country’s vulnerability to rising sea levels and extreme weather events.

According to the UN over 600 people were evacuated from their homes after high tides boosted by storm surges sent water pouring through the streets of the town.

 

See more at: http://www.rtcc.org/2014/03/03/marshall-islands-capital-majuro-submerged-by-king-tides/#sthash.EP9v6LEW.dpuf

Source: Responding to Climate Change

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