Dozens of North Carolina houses have been lost to the sea. Some surviving homes are now being moved on wheels
PolicyWednesday, April 29, 2026The Guardian

Dozens of North Carolina houses have been lost to the sea. Some surviving homes are now being moved on wheels

The accelerating pace of sea-level rise in North Carolina's Outer Banks has led to the loss of numerous homes to the ocean, prompting some residents to relocate their houses on wheels as a survival strategy. This situation highlights the urgent need for adaptation measures in coastal communities facing similar risks.

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