Azure_Crystals t1_j4qx620 wrote on January 17, 2023 at 5:22 PM

Reply to comment by Enlightened-Beaver in Runaway W. Antarctic ice sheet collapse not 'inevitable': study by EagleEyeStx

Never, because it is not possible, sea level is projected to rise only 30 to 50 cm until 2050, and around 1.5 meters until 2100, Florida will not be underwater, but low-lying islands, cities and islets will most probably be.

Enlightened-Beaver t1_j4qzjqk wrote on January 17, 2023 at 5:37 PM

I mean it’s definitely not never. It clearly was underwater at some point in the past. In fact for most of earth’s history Florida was under water.

Azure_Crystals t1_j4r1ix9 wrote on January 17, 2023 at 5:49 PM

That's true but with current trends of sea level rise, very highly unlikely that Florida will sink completely or even partially unless some cataclysmic event happens that will melt all the ice which seems very improbable by scientists.

Enlightened-Beaver t1_j4r63bh wrote on January 17, 2023 at 6:17 PM

that’s disappointing but you’re probably right

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Dhiox t1_j4rey5x wrote on January 17, 2023 at 7:10 PM

Even if it isn't fully submerged, it will flood constantly.

Altruistic_Price7572 t1_j4rl5m3 wrote on January 17, 2023 at 7:49 PM

Especially if Florida gets hit with a hurricane. Thankfully that is rare.