In Miami Beach, sea level rise has already pushed water eight inches higher—and streets are flooding even when it doesn’t rain.
In response, the city has spent over $500 million raising roads, installing pumps that move 14,000 gallons per minute, and building seawalls and permeable streets to manage the water.
This is one of the most aggressive climate adaptation efforts in the U.S., showing how a coastal city can fight back against rising seas and protect billions in homes and businesses.
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