Seas 'threaten 20m in Bangladesh'
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Up to 20 million people in low-lying Bangladesh are at risk from sea-level rise in the coming decades, according to new research.
Scientists predict that salty water could reach far inland, making it hard to cultivate staple foods like rice.
The research comes as the government appeals for $5bn (£3bn) over five years, to combat climate change.
In May, Cyclone Aila left thousands homeless, killed many and caused widespread flooding and damage.
The predictions come from the Centre for Environmental and Geographic Information Services (Cegis) in Bangladesh.
Scientists predict that salty water could reach far inland, making it hard to cultivate staple foods like rice.
The research comes as the government appeals for $5bn (£3bn) over five years, to combat climate change.
In May, Cyclone Aila left thousands homeless, killed many and caused widespread flooding and damage.
The predictions come from the Centre for Environmental and Geographic Information Services (Cegis) in Bangladesh.
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