Massive sandbags attempt to hold back the encroaching tide in Ocean Isle Beach NC where the ocean has reclaimed land

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Massive sandbags attempt to hold back the encroaching tide in Ocean Isle Beach NC where the ocean has reclaimed land homes and a large section of 2nd Street due to rising tides and erosion About 3 800 homes are packed together on the narrow seven mile long Ocean Isle The rising ocean has worn away at the eastern end where streets and lots have been steadily disappearing

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Size: 5158px × 3431px
Location: 2nd Street, Ocean Isle Beach, NC, USA
Photo credit: © Richard Ellis / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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