### Alexandria’s climatic challenges: a call for responsible action
The recent severe thunderstorm which struck the governorate of Alexandria has rekindled the concerns of experts in public affairs and researchers from the National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (NIOF). In the light of scientific warnings emanating from international renown institutions such as NASA, the challenges linked to climate change and their impact on the coastal city of Alexandria deserve special attention.
#### An increasing concern in the face of extreme phenomena
Research shows that climate change, fueled by a continuous rise in temperatures and sea levels, could make Alexandria increasingly vulnerable to natural disasters. For example, a study by the Technical University of Munich highlighted the risk of accentuated erosion of its coasts, recommending that up to 280 buildings could be destroyed in the next two decades, with 7,000 potentially at risk. These figures highlight the essential need to closely monitor the state of urban infrastructure.
The words of Professor Mohamed Shaltout, expert in marine sciences at the University of Alexandria, also add a layer of complexity to this problem. By specifying that the marine levels should not exceed 29 cm in the worst scenarios, it errigates a barrier of hope while requiring more efficient coastal management. The question remains nevertheless: how can we initiate proactive management in the face of a threat as diffuse as it is impervisible?
#### A call to an enlightened debate
The answer to this question comes in part from the recent declarations of political leaders, such as Mohamed Magdy Afifi, president of the Liberal Constitutional Party, who pleaded for an in -depth study in collaboration with experts to develop protection strategies for Alexandria. Could this collaborative approach also serve as a model for other regions also threatened by climate change?
The calls for the action of deputies, notably Abul-Abbas Farhat Turki and Aly Aly Dessouki Ahmed, also underline the seriousness of the situation. They do not hesitate to evoke the possibility of extinction of certain parts of Alexandria and its surroundings. But at the same time, they recall that preventive measures must be considered: preparation for extreme weather events is essential. Alexandria’s government agencies are recognized for their management of the recent storm, but is the question persist: is the city really ready for an intensification of climatic phenomena?
### towards sustainable strategies
In this context, it may be relevant to question how resources can be used effectively. Scientific research and water resources management plans, for example, become essential tools to anticipate future needs. The combination of science -based approaches and pragmatic measures could offer a viable response to the challenges posed by climate change.
The words of Mohamed Hussein Al-Hamamy, member of the Parliament for the Montazah district, resonate with this call for action. By qualifying the storm last Saturday of “real test” of the capacity to manage Alexandria attacks, he reminds us that the preparation should not be reactive, but proactive. This raises an essential question: how to involve citizens and stakeholders in this process of preparation for environmental crises?
#### Conclusion
The challenges posed by climate change in Alexandria are complex and interconnected, engaging in ecological, social and economic dimensions. The need for a global and collaborative approach seems clear, but it also requires a sensitivity to local dynamics. The Alexandria situation could serve as a laboratory to study the impacts of climate change in coastal areas. It would be an opportunity not only for the city, but also for other vulnerable regions.
Engaging a serene and constructive debate around these concerns, and seeking sustainable solutions, is imperative if we want to preserve Alexandria for future generations. The time is for thoughtful and coordinated action, because the rise in waters has no borders.