The Reality of Coastal Erosion

Nicola Bayless vividly describes the devastating impact of climate change on her once-idyllic coastal village in England. As sea levels rise and cliffs erode, homes and entire streets have been lost to the ocean, with some properties disappearing overnight. Nicola shares a harrowing experience where she saw a significant portion of the cliff vanish during a high tide, highlighting the urgency of the situation. With houses now precariously hanging over the edge, she explains the emotional toll that losing her home and community has taken, revealing that the fear of losing everything can feel overwhelming.