As Sea Level Rise Threatens Their Ancestral Village, a Louisiana Tribe Fights to Stay Put

NRDC·Apr 13

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A louisiana tribe is fighting to stay in their ancestral village, which is threatened by rising sea levels. However, reports also mention other communities around the world, such as in nepal, nigeria, and the south-west pacific, that are facing similar threats from changing weather patterns and coastal surges. The fate of these communities is uncertain, with some considering relocation, while others are pushing for protection and aid to stay in their homes.

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