In a special report by “60 Minutes,” the struggle of Maryland’s Smith Island to survive the impact of rising sea levels and erosion is brought to light. Situated in the Chesapeake Bay, this historic island is slowly disappearing as the waters rise and the shoreline erodes away. Despite the challenges, the population of Smith Island has dwindled over the years, but the resilient residents who still call it home are determined to stay.
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