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Curious Gulf Coast: Collier Beach Renourishment

Clip | 4m 19s

CGC explores beach erosion and renourishment before and after Hurricane Irma.

Hurricane Irma barreled into Southwest Florida’s shores, bringing winds, rains and the ominous threat of up to a 15-foot storm surge. Curious Gulf Coast explores how government & environmental officials are working to make changes to our shorelines to minimize storm surge damage and the resulting beach erosion.

12/12/2017 | Rating NR

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Curious Gulf Coast: Collier Beach Renourishment

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Curious Gulf Coast: Collier Beach Renourishment

Clip | 4m 19s | CGC explores beach erosion and renourishment before and after Hurricane Irma. (4m 19s)

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