seadefenses on Somerset Dailyhttps://somersetdaily.co.uk/tags/seadefenses/Recent content in seadefenses on Somerset DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usSun, 28 Jun 2026 13:55:18 +0000Weston-super-Mare Faces Submersion by 2050 Due to Rising Sea Levelshttps://somersetdaily.co.uk/weston-super-mare-faces-submersion-by-2050-due-to-rising-sea-levels/Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:55:18 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/weston-super-mare-faces-submersion-by-2050-due-to-rising-sea-levels/Weston-super-Mare, a bustling seaside town in Somerset known for its sandy beaches, pier, and family attractions, could be underwater by 2050, according to alarming new research. A study utilizing Climate Central’s projection tool charts potential flood scenarios across the UK through 2150, based on the latest scientific data on sea-level rise and climate change. Each year, over 750,000 visitors flock to Weston-super-Mare to enjoy its amusement arcades, donkey rides, and scenic waterfront.