Supermoon News: Phenomenon Elevates Flood Levels in Florida

A few hours ago, people across the globe laid await outside of their homes hoping to get a peak of the "Supermoon." According to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration or NASA, there would be three "supermoon" events in the tail-end of 2016. However, the phenomenon observed a few hours ago proves to be the most impressive. NASA further explains that the moon would not be as bright as it was a few hours ago until November 25, 2034.

"The full moon of November 14 is not only the closest full moon of 2016 but also the closest full moon to date in the 21^st century. The full moon won't come this close to Earth again until November 25, 2034" read a report from NASA's official website.

Having to wait decades to witness yet another 'supermoon,' the excitement over the spectacle is not completely unfounded. However, unfortunately, not everyone can enjoy the brightness of the moon.

CBS News recently published an article detailing the adverse effects of the "supermoon" in South Florida. The "supermoon's" stronger gravitational force has amplified the intensity of the seasonal "king tide." The flooding was so dire that the area around South Bayshore Lane was submerged in six inches of water.

According to experts including Dr. Tiffany Troxler, director of Florida International University's Sea Level Solutions Center, the flooding is only bound to get worse in the next fifteen years or so.

"By 2030, we expect up to another six inches of sea level rise to occur. We might see another six inches on top of this" explained Troxler as reported by CBS News.

In the light of the crisis, local government is already laying out plans to keep the area dry and flood free. At present, 50 pump stations have already been installed. According to reports, more permanent stations similar to the ones in New Orleans are currently in development.