Report finds that as sea levels rise, underground saltwater surges inland in South Florida
Saltwater intrusion occurs when seawater advances into freshwater aquifers, driven by rising sea levels and other factors.
Saltwater intrusion occurs when seawater advances into freshwater aquifers, driven by rising sea levels and other factors.
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