Backstory Report
Why the Mississippi Wants a New Path to the Sea
The Atchafalaya offers the Mississippi a route to the Gulf less than half as long. Gates have held it back since 1962.
Why a Quarter of the Netherlands Is Below Sea Level
About a quarter of the country lies below sea level, and much of it sank because people drained it.
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