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California Coastal Cliffs Rapidly Eroding, Study Finds
- California's coastal cliffs are rapidly crumbling into the sea, according to a study from UC San Diego.
- The erosion threatens critical infrastructure such as highways, railways, homes, and parklands.
- The study used lidar technology to identify hotspots for coastal cliff retreat.
- The cliffs are constantly reshaped by rain, waves, and other geologic forces.
- The study highlights the urgent need to address the impact of erosion on coastal communities.