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Scientists from Rutgers University recently explored the options available to respond to expected sea-level rise. As reported in the Asbury Park Press (May 15, 2007) they stressed the vulnerability of the Jersey shore, and the need to build natural defenses, not walls, against the rising seas.

"About 30 percent of New Jersey's bayshore can't retreat naturally before rising waters without running into manmade barriers such as roads or buildings, said Michael Kennish, a Rutgers research professor.