Ancient coastal city in Egypt feels impact of changing climate
Egypt’s second-largest city, Alexandria, lies in the Eastern Mediterranean, a top climate change hotspot that has dealt with record global air and ocean temperatures this year. Egypt-based photojournalist Hamada Elrasam presents scenes of everyday life that have been impacted by the changing climate phenomenon in the low-lying metropolis that has survived over two millennia, only to find itself on this century’s climate frontlines. Written in collaboration with Elle Kurancid.
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Fishermen continue their city’s ancient livelihood in the face of mounting environmental disruptions, especially unstable weather patterns, from storm surges to high tides, with marine habitat loss and pollution. Alexandria, Egypt, Sept. 18, 2024.
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Rizk, a longtime farmer, says, “The fruits get dry on the branches, and nothing comes out in the right season,” citing soil salinization and extended heatwaves. Egypt’s agrifood sector employs about 30% of workers. Alexandria, Egypt, Sept. 21, 2024.
