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To: Snowshoe who wrote (903)10/20/2025 1:30:27 PM
From: S. maltophilia  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 919
 
....Dozens of remote communities in Alaska face similar threats from climate change, according to a 2019 report by the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The issues affecting such communities are well understood in Arctic regions around the world, but policymakers aren’t heeding warnings from..

Happens no matter which regime is in power.



To: Snowshoe who wrote (903)10/20/2025 11:23:32 PM
From: Broken_Clock1 Recommendation

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longz

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It appears to be a typical gov't problem, not a "climate change" problem.



To: Snowshoe who wrote (903)10/20/2025 11:50:19 PM
From: Broken_Clock1 Recommendation

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longz

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AI Summary


To understand why tundra is a bad place to build conventional homes, consider these factors:

  • Permafrost Issues: The ground is often frozen, making traditional foundations unstable.
  • Extreme Weather: Harsh temperatures and strong winds can damage structures.
  • Limited Resources: Building materials and supplies are difficult to transport and scarce.
  • Short Construction Season: The brief summer limits the time available for building.
  • Environmental Concerns: Construction can disrupt fragile ecosystems and wildlife habitats.
  • High Maintenance Costs: Homes require constant upkeep due to harsh conditions.



To: Snowshoe who wrote (903)10/21/2025 12:08:30 AM
From: Broken_Clock1 Recommendation

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longz

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Bubble bursting information

As Lands Rise, Alaska's Sea Level is Sinking

Although ice melt from Alaska contributes to global sea level rise, sea levels near Alaska have been decreasing because the land beneath the state is rising.1 | 2 Despite this, the state could see rising water in the future, as sea levels will eventually rise faster than the land. Alaska is still experiencing some of the effects of changing sea levels, like increased flooding and erosion, and some coastal villages are already relocating. The state will need to take action and plan for future sea level rise and flooding.

sealevelrise.org