Coastal Processes: What We’ve Learned Or What We’ve Forgotten? - 27 East

Coastal Processes: What We’ve Learned Or What We’ve Forgotten?

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An earthworm and its castings. Note the thickened segment (left) called the clitellum which plays a key role in reproduction. MIKE BOTTINI

An earthworm and its castings. Note the thickened segment (left) called the clitellum which plays a key role in reproduction. MIKE BOTTINI OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

A decision to protect structures on oceanfront dunes, as was done here in East Hampton Village, is a decision that will ultimately destroy the beach. Several attempts to “save the Montauk Lighthouse” by armoring the bluff have failed. Should they move it? MIKE BOTTINI

A decision to protect structures on oceanfront dunes, as was done here in East Hampton Village, is a decision that will ultimately destroy the beach. Several attempts to “save the Montauk Lighthouse” by armoring the bluff have failed. Should they move it? MIKE BOTTINI

authorDrew Budd, Sports Editor on Dec 11, 2018
Global warming has been a prominent theme in the media this week. Among the various aspects of this issue is accelerated sea level rise and coastal erosion, and Newsday took... more

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