Ghost Forests Reveal Hidden Climate Threats Along U.S. Coasts, Study Finds

Ghost Forests Reveal Hidden Climate Threats Along U.S. Coasts, Study Finds

Researchers from the University of Delaware presented findings on March 26, 2026, in Atlanta, showing how “ghost forests” are reshaping coastal ecosystems. The phenomenon, driven by sea level rise along the eastern United States, is killing salt-sensitive trees and altering underground nutrient cycles. Scientists say studying water flow through these forests could help predict how […]