How Can A Beach Audit Ensure That Your Town Has A Beach?

Following Hurricane Sandy, coastal communities were reminded of the fragile nature of the coast. Sea level is rising – there is no question about that – whether or not it is accelerating may still be open to debate. However, the intensity and frequency of storms appears to be increasing. While many coastal communities struggle with the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, these and other communities will need to develop and implement a strategy to maintain a sustainable beach in the near and long-term future. This strategy will not only have to take into account sea-level rise and the potential for more frequent and intense weather events, but will also need to account for a decrease in state and federal funding for shore protection projects.