Sentences with phrase «against coastal flooding»

And even though New York's gross domestic product surpassed that of London, Tokyo and Amsterdam, its level of defense against coastal flooding lagged well behind.

To set that figure we need to undertake a sea defence review, similar to the military defence review, which would set out what we actually need to do in terms of reasonable protection against coastal flooding and erosion and how much it will cost.

Not exact matches

Other areas in the Afar region are below sea level, however, and could see flooding before that if similar rifting occurs near the coastal volcanoes to the north and east that form a natural levee against the sea.

Meanwhile, the agriculture minister John Gummer, fresh from refusing compensation to the Liddells for the loss of their home, has promised a «national strategy statement for flood and coastal defence» which will seek to «work with, rather than against, the forces of nature».

Marshes and other natural coastal bulwarks can grow taller as seas rise, protecting against floods, but most of them need sediment - rich waters to do so.

He cited the example of maintaining coastal mangrove forests as a buffer against flooding.

It argues that investments should start with low - regret options, with measures that tackle the weather risks that countries already face, such as increased investment in water storage in drought - prone basins or protection against storms and flooding in coastal zones and / or urban areas.

Our experienced agents can help you navigate the complicated maze of coverage options and design a customized plan that protects your home against Biloxi's biggest threats, ranging from crime to coastal flooding to hurricanes.

Without the NFIP, millions of home - and small business owners nationwide, not just those in coastal or waterfront areas, will not be able to obtain a mortgage or insurance to protect their property against the most expensive and common natural disaster in the U.S.: flooding.