Wash. city may base building code on rising sea level due to global warming
Aberdeen may become the first city in Washington to base a building code on rising oceans and global warming.
Aberdeen may become the first city in Washington to base a building code on rising oceans and global warming. The proposal would have structures raised eight inches above present code levels, but would not affect existing homes unless they are extensively remodeled.
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