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What event led to the building being deemed uninhabitable?

• A flood

• An earthquake

• Recent storms

• A fire outbreak

What are residents fighting for in terms of compensation?

• Insurance coverage

• Temporary housing

• A new building

• Full compensation for their properties

What strategy is the seaside resort of Lucknow using to combat erosion?

• Building a seawall

• Heaping sand back onto the beach

• Constructing new buildings

• Planting more trees

How much coastline is lost annually in the most affected areas?

• 3 to 5 meters

• 9 to 10 meters

• 1 to 2 meters

• 6 to 8 meters

What is the suggested approach for urban planners in response to coastal erosion?

• Ignore the problem

• Relocate all coastal communities

• Think two or three steps ahead of the waterline

• Focus on immediate repairs