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Tidal floods driven by climate change may hurt small businesses

Researchers looked to parking data to assess downtown Annapolis, Md., business losses

flooded street in Annapolis

WATERLOGGED  As sea level rise pushes tidal flood waters into historic Annapolis, the number of visitors to Maryland’s capital drops — and so does local business revenue, researchers report.

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By Sujata Gupta

- More than 2 years ago

WASHINGTON — Sea level rise, driven by climate change, is causing increased flooding during high tides along much of the U.S.