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See how engineers are trying to protect Miami from rising seas and violent storm surges.
As the earth warms, sea levels rise and super-storms become more frequent and intense, many of the world’s major coastal cities may soon be under water. This series explores how four global cities are coming to grips with the real-time effects of rising seas and extreme weather.
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See how Tokyo is looking for new ways to fight back against rising waters.
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Discover how New York City has learned from 2012 Superstorm Sandy.
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See how Tokyo is looking for new ways to fight back against rising waters.
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See why London’s Thames Barrier can no longer keep the city safe from rising tides.
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See how engineers are trying to protect Miami from rising seas and violent storm surges.
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Discover how New York City has learned from 2012 Superstorm Sandy.
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How four global cities are grappling with the real-time effects of climate change.