A consequence of dredging deep channels is that water also enters more easily with tides and storm surge. Google Earth

Coastal cities have a hidden vulnerability to storm‑surge and tidal flooding − entirely caused by humans

Some cities are building huge gates and barriers to counter the flood risk from estuary urbanization. But putting nature to work in a big way might be more effective.

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