Southeast Asian Cities Sink While Sea Levels Rise
Ask students: Which cities are described in this story? What sits 30 miles from Bangkok? When was the village of Samut Chin visible?
Coastal cities in Southeast Asia, including Bangkok, Thailand; Jakarta, Indonesia and Manila, Philippines, face a mutually risky future: they’re sinking as sea levels around them are rising.
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Discussion Questions
- Which cities are described in this story?
- What sits 30 miles from Bangkok?
- When was the village of Samut Chin visible?
- How much does the soil erode per year?
- Where does Surapol Kearnakpu live?
Focus Questions
What measures has the government taken to address sea level rise, and what challenges do they face in implementing effective solutions? How do you think similar issues might be addressed in the U.S.?
Media literacy: What are some things being done in your community or state to prepare for the impacts of climate change? How could you find out?
Extension Activity
Discuss: How does the geographical location of coastal cities like Bangkok, Jakarta and Manila make them particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change, specifically rising sea levels?
Check out the Student Reporting Labs video below on climate change.
Lesson Plans on Climate Change
Explore more resources for educators to find a wide-range of relevant preK-12 lessons on climate change or supporting young people as they continue to lead the conversation around the climate change crisis.
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