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Some cities around the world are pulling back from shorelines, as rising seas from climate change increase flooding. But so far, retreat appears out of the question for Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Atlantic City is one of the poorest and most densely populated parts of the N.J. coastline. But city leaders have no plans to buy and demolish homes in flood-prone areas.
Some seaside towns broach the idea of managed retreat, but Atlantic City, on a barrier island, isn't going in that direction.
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Atlantic City. despite rising sea levels and flooding becoming more severe and frequent. is not retreating like other seaside towns in New Jersey.
The iconic getaway town of Atlantic City is known to some people for its casinos, others for its amusement park and boardwalk