Coastal environments are changing, and preparing for the future means more than simply reacting to the next hurricane.
In this episode of GeoTrek, Hurricane Hal sits down with Nina Davis, Habitat Resilience Specialist with PLACE and Extension Associate at Mississippi State University, to explore the complex relationship between people, infrastructure, and the natural environments along our coastlines.
From living shorelines and storm surge to sea level rise and the often-overlooked threat of saltwater intrusion, Nina explains how communities can use science, local knowledge, and long-term planning to prepare for a changing future.
They also discuss why resilience isn't about predicting exactly what will happen; it's about making smarter decisions today that give communities and ecosystems more options tomorrow.
In this episode:
What coastal resilience really means
How living shorelines can serve as a first line of defense
The hidden risks of saltwater intrusion
Why storm surge and sea level rise require long-term planning
How communities can prepare for uncertain futures
Why working with nature may be key to protecting our coastlines
A fascinating conversation about the future of the Gulf Coast and what resilience looks like when nature, infrastructure, and people all intersect.
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