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Boston preparing for higher seas, more flooding from climate change
2013-02-17 06:09:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Boston Globe: Many properties in Boston may have to waterproof their buildings -- raising critical electrical systems to higher levels or building barriers against storm surges -- as sea levels rise from climate change. The city is stepping up a campaign to prepare buildings for rising seas that could significantly flood neighborhoods during storms. The public-private plan comes at the same time a Boston Harbor Association report spotlights high-risk areas, such as Long Wharf and University of Massachusetts...
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Category:Electronics and Electrical