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15% of global population lives within a few miles of a coast − and the number is growing rapidly

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Large parts of Mumbai face increasing flood risks from storms and sea-level rise. AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool Coastal populations are ...

Economic Consequences of Mass Moves in the U.S.

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Florida’s Seasonal Population Growth Linked to Rising Car Accidents in Vero Beach

Seasonal population growth in Vero Beach increases traffic congestion and contributes to higher rates of car accidents.
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North Carolina’s population tops 11M, but growth leaves rural counties behind

CHARLOTTE — North Carolina’s population has surged past 11 million, driven by growth in metro areas like Charlotte and Raleigh, but not all counties are experiencing this boom. While North Carolina ...
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15% Of Global Population Lives Within A Few Miles Of A Coast—And The Number Is Growing Rapidly

Coastal populations are expanding quickly around the world. The rise is evident in burgeoning waterfront cities and in the increasing damage from powerful storms and rising sea levels. Yet, reliable, ...
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15% Of Global Population Lives Within A Few Miles Of A Coast—And The Number Is Growing Rapidly

This article is part of TPM Cafe, TPM’s home for opinion and news analysis. It was originally published at The Conversation. Coastal populations are expanding quickly around the world. The rise is ...