Rising Mediterranean Waters Erode Alexandria Despite Sea Walls, Causing 40 Buildings to Collapse Annually

Egypt's second-largest city, Alexandria, is facing increasing threats from rising Mediterranean sea levels and coastal erosion linked to global climate change. Despite government interventions including the construction of sea walls and breakwaters, saltwater continues to infiltrate beneath the city's foundations, causing structural damage. Reports indicate that approximately 40 buildings collapse annually due to these environmental pressures, posing a serious risk to Alexandria's urban future and heritage.