Week 13: Coastal erosion
China's coastal erosion is a significant issue that affects the country's coastal regions. The erosion is caused by a combination of natural factors such as sea level rise, storms, and wave action. Human activities such as land reclamation and development also apply. The impact of coastal erosion includes loss of land, damage to infrastructure, and threats to coastal ecosystems. The Chinese government has implemented various measures to address the issue, including the construction of seawalls and the implementation of coastal management plans. However, the problem remains a challenge, and continued efforts are needed to mitigate the effects of coastal erosion. Moreover, in 1996, Shandong province in China experienced its worst coastal erosion incident in history. The erosion occurred along a 200-kilometer stretch of coastline, resulting in the loss of over 1,000 hectares of land. The cause of the erosion was attributed to a combination of things such as typhoons a