Climate changes are real, despite some people still not believing that the Earth, as we know it, is changing every day. Cold countries keep on getting warmer as the days go by. Glaciers melt, pollution increases, and sea levels continue to rise.
All those reasons contribute to the disappearance of cities around the world, which is something really scary, to say the least. In case you have a Bucket List of cities and countries you would want to visit in the next years, you better hurry up (or cross some of those places off that list you have been building for so long).
From the USA to Indonesia, the following cities are believed to start disappearing very soon (they already have, to speak the truth).
15 Still In 2020 And Jakarta Is Already Struggling
Jakarta is sinking almost 7 inches every year, and it's mainly because of groundwater pumping—which is causing more pressure every day.
The Indonesian government has come up with the idea of moving Jakarta 100 miles away from where it has always been since floods will continue to happen, risking the lives of millions of people.
14 There's Water All Over Lagos
Lagos is Nigeria's commercial capital, which means there's a lot of money being transacted there—well, this is one of the country's main economic forces. However, the city's coastline keeps sinking due to the rising of sea levels. Needless to as, global warming is also accelerating the process.
13 When There's Heavy Raining Happening, Houston Shows Up On The Map
Not even Queen B's hometown escapes the heavy rains and the floods that come along. Also in this Texas's city, excessive groundwater pumping is the main reason behind the current flooding.
And let's not forget about natural disasters, such as Hurrican Harvey, which worsen the whole situation.
12 Boats Are Already In Place When It Rains In Kitakyushu
You read that right. That's how professionals move around Kitakyushu whenever there's the need to. This Japanese city could soon be underwater—so soon that it may not even reach 2050.
Japan fans: hurry up and pack your bags if you want to visit the country.
11 Philadelphia Could Use A Hand (Or Two) Way Before 2050
Philly's the first American city to appear on this list and it's one of the most endangered ones. The closeness to the river rises the odds of sinking by 2050, despite residents not being too afraid of being homeless anytime soon. Actually, the floods happening are already (too) scary.
10 Venice Is Known For Its Major Floods (So It's Only A Matter Of Time)
Venice will be one of the first cities disappearing, and it may not even reach 2050, which is alarming. All the streets and canals flood whenever it rains a bit more than usual and one of the most affected landmarks is Saint Mark's Square, right next to the sea (and, therefore, the Grand Canal).
9 Whenever There's A Thunderstorm In Bangkok, Guess What Happens...
... Water, that's what happens. Lots of water everywhere, so you wouldn't be surprised if we tell you that Bangkok is one of the cities at risk of disappearing soon. Plus, we shouldn't forget about the monsoons that happen regularly, even out of season, which worsens the current floods.
Related: 12 Things Every Traveler Needs To Do Before They Go To Thailand
8 Surat's On The Indian Coast And That Explains Why It Will Soon Be Underwater
The rising sea levels are the main reason why Surat is one of the cities that will sink by 2050. If that doesn't look alarming enough, then let's not forget about the 35 million people that live in the area. Besides being homeless, there's a chance that this disaster can kill a lot of people.
7 Yes, People Living in Virginia Beach Still Can't Believe It
Virginia Beach is said to have one of the fastest sea-level rising rates on the East Coast. Residents are worried but also used to experience floods after floods, but are they expecting the disaster that's coming? We would guess they're not (well, no one is).
6 Hong Kong's Already Thinking About Plan B
Despite being one of the most developed cities in the world, Hong Kong is also one of those at risk of being underwater soon. The proximity to the sea is the alarming reason why Hong Kong may disappear by 2050. Unfortunately, more than 90 million people are living in the area.
Related: 20 Reasons Why Hong Kong Is Way More Fun Than China
5 Row, Row, Row Your Boat (In New Orleans) While You Can
After Hurricane Katrina killed hundreds in New Orleans, residents live in fear of another natural disaster devastating the city. The proximity to a river delta increases the chances of rising sea levels flood the place in minutes. Actually, some parts of New Orleans are already struggling to stay afloat.
4 The Thames Will No Longer Be The Only River In London
Welcome to Europe (again). In fact, cities that are close to rivers or seas face an even greater (and quicker) risk of being underwater—and that's also the case of London, which will soon be flooded with much more water than the one on the Thames.
3 Rotterdam Is Already Prepared For The Worst Scenario
Being already so used to floods, Rotterdam decided to brace for impact and built a system that controls and prevents the rising water levels from passing to the city—flooding it and causing unimaginable damage.
This is a great example of what most cities should be doing nowadays.
2 Manila Citizens Are Doing The Best They Can
Manila, the capital of the Philippines, is another city that could be underwater by 2050. Residents (and also tourists) are already used to the increasing floods that always take place after heavy rains (especially the monsoon ones) and always walk/travel prepared for the worst scenario.
Related: 20 Places We Would Never Visit Because Of The Harsh Climate
1 Miami Is Still Not Prepared To Disappear In The Next Years
One of Miami's largest sources of income comes from tourism, so imagine what can happen when the situation worsens and starts to prohibit people from simply walking on the street. The waters are rising quickly, flooding the city and contaminating drinking water.
The damage that could occur is unimaginable.
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