All articles tagged with #coastal uplift
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake off southern Mindanao caused coastal uplift of up to about 2 meters, exposing seabed and damaging coral reefs and seagrass beds, as at least 61 people died and many more are missing.
Researchers from the University of Otago have discovered a previously unknown zone of coastal uplift in Rarangi, Marlborough, using LiDAR mapping and kelp genetics. The study reveals a 1m above sea level uplifted area and a kelp species that went extinct and recolonized following an ancient earthquake, highlighting the lasting impact of seismic activities on coastal landscapes and species. The findings demonstrate the potential for kelp to record geological disturbance events and emphasize the dynamic nature of New Zealand's coastal regions.