Rising sea levels pose a threat to our drinking water as saltwater pushes the 'salt line' inland, contaminating freshwater sources.
There is a growing threat to drinking water all around the country, and it is hitting New Orleans and Louisiana hard right now. That threat comes from the increasing amount of salt water shifting into the Mississippi River, making what was once the state’s large water supply undrinkable. This particular problem has resulted in the mayor of New Orleans declaring a state of emergency in the city over the past month, raising concerns that the city’s drinking water isn’t safe.
So far, we have seen residents in certain areas dealing with contaminated drinking water since June, and it could very well stretch as far as New Orleans before too long. But this isn’t the only place our freshwater supply is at risk. We’re seeing these particular shifts all around the United States coastline. As sea levels rise – due to climate change and other natural factors – the “salt line,” a natural barrier where inland water meets the ocean's salty water, is shifting.
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