Rising seas could weaken Chesapeake Bay storm surge buffer
Key Takeaways
- Rising sea levels threaten Chesapeake Bay's natural storm buffers.
- Distant hurricanes can cause major coastal flooding via winds and waves.
- Diminished buffers increase flood risks for surrounding communities.
Rising sea levels threaten the natural storm surge buffers of the Chesapeake Bay, increasing flood risks from distant hurricanes. As water levels increase, the capacity of these coastal defenses to mitigate storm impacts diminishes, leaving nearby communities more vulnerable to severe weather.
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