Some of Porthleven and Lizard could be underwater by 2050, says study

According to a climate change study, some of Porthleven and The Lizard could be underwater in less than 30 years.

Climate Central has released an interactive sea-level rise and coastal flood map which are based on peer-reviewed science in leading journals.

The map uses current predictions to show which areas of Cornwall and the UK could be lost to rising sea levels by 2050.

They say that the map 'incorporates big datasets, which always include some error' and should be 'regarded as screening tools to identify places that may require deeper investigation of risk.'

As you can see from the map, rising sea levels would affect Porthleven Harbour, the pier and most of the coastline.

Heading towards The Lizard, parts of Mullion, Kynance Cove and Cadgwith would also be the victim of rising sea levels - with the largest red area over the Lizard Point National Trust land.

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You can view the map for yourself here.

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