Singapore Coastal Concerns

       Singapore faces many challenges when it comes to coastal hazards. Most of Singapore is 15m above Singapore Height Datum and 30 percent of the island is 5m above Singapore Height Datum. Rising sea levels could lead to coastal flooding, land loss, and infrastructure damage. Coastal erosion also has an impact on shorelines. Singapore's tropical climate combined with flash floods in low lying urban areas leave the country vulnerable to mass destruction. 

    Singapore's Prime Minister has vowed to spend 100 billion over the next 100 years to protect against rising sea levels. They are using computers to simulated combined effects of sea-level rise and rainfall on the country's coastlines. Singapore also plans to build a larger additional terminal at its airport on higher ground, 18 feet above sea level. There are planned to have more than 6 miles of drainage to keep the runways clear of water. Singapore also utilizes mangrove forests to help reduce storm wave heights by 75%. The combination of engineering and natural barriers will help protect Singapore.

https://time.com/6322111/singapore-fights-rising-sea-levels-climate-change/

https://www.nccs.gov.sg/singapores-climate-action/coastal-protection/

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  1. Julian SierraMay 2, 2025 at 9:41 PM

    Hey Maggie, I enjoyed reading your blog! You pointed out some key aspects about how Singapore is approaching its coastal risks, especially with its use of technology. I thought that mixing smart engineering with protecting the environment is really important for staying strong against rising sea levels.

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