Evaluating the Influence of Sea Level Rise on Beel Kapalia's Livelihood and Local Adaptation Strategies: Perspectives from the Local Community

MR Rahman, T Tareque… - Open Journal of Civil …, 2023 - science.sdpublishers.org
MR Rahman, T Tareque, S Mirmotalebi
Open Journal of Civil Engineering, 2023science.sdpublishers.org
Bangladesh is vulnerable to climate change-induced sea level rise due to its location and
socioeconomic position. The study examines the Beel Kapalia region in polder no. 24 of the
Monirampur upazila of Jessore district, Khulna division. To assess local attitudes on sea
level rise-related permanent flooding, Kapalia, Monoharpur, Nehalpur, Balidaha, and
Panchakori were polled. This flooding has disrupted residents' lifestyles, making them
vulnerable to increasing sea levels. Viability and adaptability were assessed using …
Bangladesh is vulnerable to climate change-induced sea level rise due to its location and socioeconomic position. The study examines the Beel Kapalia region in polder no. 24 of the Monirampur upazila of Jessore district, Khulna division. To assess local attitudes on sea level rise-related permanent flooding, Kapalia, Monoharpur, Nehalpur, Balidaha, and Panchakori were polled. This flooding has disrupted residents’ lifestyles, making them vulnerable to increasing sea levels. Viability and adaptability were assessed using livelihood capitals. Participants’ thoughts and knowledge about their resilience in several livelihood factors were gathered using participatory rural appraisal (PRA) instruments and a questionnaire survey in the area. Major discoveries include the impact of permanent floods on Beel Kapalia’s livelihoods, vulnerability and resilience assessments in numerous villages, and community viewpoints on regional adaptation methods to mitigate these consequences. The study found that a sustained 30.5 cm inundation would reduce local human, natural, physical, financial, and social capital resilience to 69.6%, 30.7%, 69.1%, 68.9%, and 69.1%. A constant 61 cm inundation would lower resistance to 40.9%, 8.7%, 42.4%, 45.6%, and 43.8%. Residents believe they can weather a 30.5 cm inundation with local adaptation measures, but if the water level rises to 61 cm, they may be displaced.
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