100-year flood
photo: Amy Nelson © 2019
Whatcom plans as climate crisis threatens shorelines, homes, livelihoods
January 7, 2020
Kimberly Cauvel
The worst impacts of climate change in Whatcom County are yet to come, scientists say. Researchers say that while some changes may seem to be emerging slowly, swift action is needed to curb and prepare for them.Residents are already seeing impacts on the waterfront, air quality and fisheries they treasure.