New study shows impact of man-made structures on Louisiana’s coastal wetlands
Tuesday, June 28, 2016 - 15:01
in Earth & Climate
As Louisiana’s wetlands continue to disappear at an alarming rate, a new study has pinpointed the man-made structures that disrupt the natural water flow and threaten these important ecosystems. The findings have important implications for New Orleans and other coastal cities that rely on coastal wetlands to serve as buffer from destructive extreme weather events. […]