North Carolina's Outer Banks Most Vulnerable To Global Warming And Rising Sea Levels

North Carolina's Outer Banks Most Vulnerable To Global Warming And Rising Sea Levels

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The video discusses the impact of climate change on the Outer Banks, North Carolina, focusing on the controversy surrounding sea level rise predictions. State scientists predicted a significant rise in sea levels, leading to legal actions to ignore these predictions due to economic concerns. The video highlights the debate between scientific reviews and local perspectives, with accusations of bias in scientific reports. It concludes with a discussion on the denial of climate change and its potential future implications for coastal regions.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the significance of the 39 inches or 1 meter sea level rise prediction by the year 2100?

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In what ways have the Outer Banks been affected by rising ocean levels over the decades?

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