Drowning Predictions: Yearly 100-Year Floods Loom on the Horizon

Most coastal communities will encounter 100-year floods annually by the end of the century , a new study finds.

The researchers used data from more than 300 tide gauges around the world to estimate future extreme sea levels under two carbon emission scenarios.

As the climate changes, warmer ocean temperatures and meltwater from glaciers are causing sea levels to rise, increasing the frequency and severity of coastal flooding.

Hamed R. Moftakhari said he is determined to remain optimistic.

“Don’t forget that this is all about the level of water that we expect to experience without mitigation measures,” he said. “There will be technological advancements that could enhance the resilience of communities.”.