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2014-08-03 16:00:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed

News Press: As sea levels rise in Southwest Florida, water isn't just going to flood in from the Gulf; it'll come from above and below as well. Storm water and saltwater intrusion are two aspects of sea level rise that will cause headaches across the region. Southwest Florida's flat topography and porous geology mean water flows poorly on the surface, but relatively free underground. It's the exact opposite of what you'd want. Southwest Florida sits on primarily limestone rock, which is filled with...

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