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countries which would be at risk if sea level rises are countries close to the oceans or water bodies

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How does sea level rise?

Sea levels rise with the tides.


Which countries or islands are most at risk due to rising sea levels?

ALL countries and islands with Borders at Sea Level are as you say at risk. Pacific Island countries such as Kiribati, as well as heavily populated sea level coastlands of Bangladesh are at serious risk. Cities like New Orleans, Bangkok, Venice, London and many other coastal cities will suffer from rising sea levels.


Why would rising sea levels be concern in Netherlands?

Rising sea levels are a concern in the Netherlands because a significant portion of the country is below sea level. This puts it at risk of flooding and coastal erosion if sea levels continue to rise. The Dutch have implemented various flood protection measures such as dikes and sea walls to mitigate this risk.


How does the rise in sea level affect the thundering?

A rise in sea levels will not affect the thundering.


Do ice shelves cause sea level to rise?

If the ice shelves are on land, then, yes, when they melt, sea levels will rise. If they are floating, then sae levels will not rise.


What might happen to coastal tourist industries if sea levels continue to rise?

Coastal tourist industries will be underwater if sea levels continue to rise. Global warming is melting glaciers and causing thermal ocean expansion, so sea levels are rising. Low-lying countries and cities are being flooded, especially when there are storm surges.


Does Antarctica have permanent ice?

No one day all the ice will melt then the sea levels will rise and flood parts of many countries.


Why do sea levels rise when ice sheets melt?

When ice sheets melt, the water from the ice flows into the ocean, causing sea levels to rise.


What will happen if the ice melts?

the earths sea levels will rise


What is causing worldwide sea levels to rise?

global warming


What country will be sinking first after global warming?

Countries won't exactly sink. The sea levels will rise and flood them. Pacific Island countries like Kiribati are especially vulnerable, but all low-lying countries will suffer.


What are the countries that have low line areas?

Countries with low-lying areas often include the Netherlands, Bangladesh, and Egypt, as they have significant portions of their land situated below sea level or near sea level. Other notable examples are the Maldives, which is at risk from rising sea levels, and parts of Vietnam. These countries face challenges such as flooding and land loss due to climate change and rising ocean levels.