How the Bay of Fundy tides were shaped by climate change from the last Ice Age

Climate change is not a new phenomenon; the Bay of Fundy tides have origins dating back to changes at the end of the last Ice Age around 12,000 years ago, according to a New Brunswick geoscientist.

Catrina Russell, the education co-ordinator for Stonehammer Geopark, explained that climate change is a recurring process influenced by factors like plate tectonics and continental orientation. The melting ice at the end of the Ice Age led to a significant rise in sea levels, shaping the tides we see today.

Russell, along with Jack Quirion, a biologist and climate change projects co-ordinator for ACAP Saint John, conducted a tour to educate people on the geological and climate science affecting their lives. They emphasized the ongoing impact of the Ice Age's conclusion on the region's temperature changes.

The geological history of the area has influenced past decisions and continues to shape the lives of current residents. Quirion highlighted concerns about rising sea levels affecting natural and man-made shorelines in Saint John.

ACAP is actively researching climate change impacts in the Stonehammer region, focusing on strategies to mitigate erosion and flooding. They advocate for nature-based solutions to address these challenges sustainably.

According to the source: CBC.