Scientists warn up to 13 million UK residents face long-term coastal flood risk

A study projects significant sea-level rise and coastal flooding exposure in the UK even if global climate pledges are met, potentially requiring large-scale population relocation over coming centuries.

First covered Jul 21, 2026 · 10:00 AM PT · 1 article

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1d Guardian Environment Millions face long-term coastal flooding risk in UK without climate action, scientists warn — A ‘reasonable worst-case scenario’ suggests need for large-scale movement of populations away from reshaped coast Up to 13 million people in the UK face the…

Scientists warn up to 13 million UK residents face long-term coastal flood risk

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