‘This is your last chance’: Egypt’s Alexandria is sinking, and soon it may be gone forever
‘This is your last chance’: Egypt’s Alexandria is sinking, and soon it may be gone forever
Produced by: Manoj Kumar
Alexandria Disappearing
Egypt’s historic city is sinking fast, with experts warning this could be the last chance to witness its ancient beauty before it’s lost to the sea.
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Final Warning
Scientists say Alexandria is collapsing faster than ever, with 7,000 buildings at risk—visit now or risk never seeing it again.
Egypt’s Sinking Gem
The Bride of the Mediterranean is being swallowed by rising seas, erasing 2,300 years of history in mere decades.
Coastal Collapse
Saltwater intrusion is weakening Alexandria’s foundations, causing 40 buildings to collapse per year—up from just one per year a decade ago.
Time Running Out
Satellite images show Alexandria’s coastline retreating 3.6 meters per year, with once-thriving neighborhoods crumbling into the sea.
Historic Tragedy
Once home to the Great Library and Lighthouse of Alexandria, the city now faces imminent destruction if action isn’t taken.
Egypt at Risk
Scientists warn Alexandria’s collapse is just the beginning—Cairo, Port Said, and the Nile Delta could be next as sea levels rise.
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NASA’s Dire Alert
A NASA study confirms Egypt isn’t alone—parts of California, New York, and Venice face similar sinking threats.
Act Before It’s Gone
Experts say seawalls, sand dunes, or relocating people could slow Alexandria’s destruction, but time is running out fast.
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