HAMPTON, Va. — As the water hits the beach at Fort Monroe in Hampton, it’s a reminder of the historic site’s vulnerability. It’s also a sign of potential opportunities.
“Sea level rise gives us a chance to create wetlands where there may be dry land now. It gives us the ability to create these moments of drama, where you get to see nature in its full power in the middle of a metro area with 1.7 million people,” Fort Monroe Authority Director Scott Martin said.
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