Alexandria, Egypt’s second-largest city and ancient capital, has long been threatened by rising sea levels. But in recent years, the rise has accelerated rapidly, endangering the economy, lives and the very future of the city. For VOA, Hamada Elrasam has this visual report from Alexandria with words by Heather Murdock.
Rising Sea Levels Threaten Ancient Port City in Egypt
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Families gather on the beaches of Alexandria, Egypt, on July 25, 2021. (Hamada Elrasam/VOA)
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Sea level rise has accelerated rapidly in recent years, and scientists predict much of Alexandria, Egypt, could be underwater by 2050. This photo was taken July 25, 2021. (Hamada Elrasam/VOA)
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Lifeguards say more than 20 people have drowned in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Alexandria, Egypt, this July, which is more deaths than in all of last year. (Hamada Elrasam/VOA)
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Vendors say tourism has dwindled as people grow more afraid of swimming in waters off Alexandria, Egypt. (Hamada Elrasam/VOA)
