Rising Seas Threaten Millions More Than Previously Estimated
• A new study reveals that rising sea levels could affect 132 million more people than previously estimated.
• The underestimation is due to current sea levels being 10 inches higher than what most research assumes, with Southeast Asia and the Indo-Pacific region being most affected.
• Accurate global assessments are crucial for vulnerable countries to advocate for stronger climate action.
Sea levels higher affecting millions more people
Recent research in *Nature* reveals rising sea levels' impact is underestimated, potentially affecting 132 million more people. Current sea levels are about 10 inches higher than scientific assumptions. Discrepancies are significant in Southeast Asia and the Indo-Pacific, where sea levels exceed previous accounts by over three feet.
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