These Places Are Most Vulnerable To Climate Change

BANGALORE:  Climate change in recent times has become a major concern of the entire global community. Since the industrial revolution, change of climate has been occurring at an accelerated rate as a result of human activities such as fossil fuel burnings, change of land use practices (in particular deforestation), and emission of industrial gases. So, check out the 5 places threatened by climate change, as compiled by MSN.

Cayo Coco, Cuba: An island in central Cuba, Cayo Coco is known for its all inclusive resorts. This island is known for its many kilometers of pristine beaches of fine white sand. The sea is calm, shallow and crystal clear waters of a beautiful turquoise blue. It is a haven of peace for nature lovers, beach, family and relaxation. Cayo Coco with an area of 370 km2, is the second largest after its neighbor Cayo Romano (465 km2) located East, connected with the island of Cayo Paredon Grande by small bridges, known for its lighthouse and beautiful beach.

However, after a research by the Cuban scientists on the effects of climate, they projected that rising sea levels would seriously damage 122 Cuban towns or even wipe them off the map. Beaches would be submerged while freshwater sources would be infected and croplands would turn infertile. In all, seawater would penetrate up to 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) inland in low-lying areas, as oceans rose nearly three feet (85 centimeters) by 2100. Therefore, the island officials have had to take into account the needs of families living in endangered homes and a $2.5 billion-a-year tourism industry that is its No. 1 source of foreign income.

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