7. Miami Beach Art Deco District – Rising Seas and Hurricanes
Miami Beach’s Art Deco District faces a relentless double threat: rising sea levels and intensifying hurricanes. Saltwater intrusion and frequent flooding jeopardize the pastel-hued facades and neon-lit streets that define the area. Preservationists and city leaders are racing to adapt, elevating streets and installing pumps to protect these architectural treasures. Miami’s struggle mirrors challenges in other coastal historic districts nationwide, where climate change demands creative solutions for survival. Discover more about these efforts in Smithsonian Magazine.
