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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Tharwat Betash, a 21-year-old salesman in Alexandria, Egypt, says 'I used to sell triple the amount on display now during a weekend, but now I have been trying to sell this merchandise for the last two weeks. (Hamada Elrasam/VOA)
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Locals say this building in Alexandria, Egypt, collapsed last year after frequent and sometimes deadly floods weakened the city infrastructure. (Hamada Elrasam/VOA)
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Saleh El-Asyouty, a 32-year-old resident of Alexandria, Egypt, says even though tourism has declined, rents continue to rise because buildings are being damaged by floods, heat and humidity. (Hamada Elrasam/VOA)
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Government workers in Alexandria, Egypt, build up sea-front stone barriers to try to protect the city from rising sea levels. (Hamada Elrasam/VOA)
