Sinking Cities
See how Tokyo is looking for new ways to fight back against rising waters. Typhoons, tsunamis, earthquakes and sinking neighborhoods threaten one of the world's most populous cities, and the economic engine of Japan, with some of the world's largest problems.
- 2018-2018
- 1 season
- Documentary
See how Tokyo is looking for new ways to fight back against rising waters. Typhoons, tsunamis, earthquakes and sinking neighborhoods threaten one of the world's most populous cities, and the economic engine of Japan, with some of the world's largest problems.
Season 1 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 2018
Episode 1
New York
Wed, Oct 31, 2018 54 mins
With 520 miles of shoreline and absolutely no coastal protection, the big question facing New York City is whether one of the world's greatest cities can defend itself against rising seas and the next big storm.
Episode 2
Tokyo
Wed, Nov 7, 2018 54 mins
One of the world's most populous cities has the world's largest problems. From typhoons and tsunamis, to earthquakes, storm surges, and sinking neighborhoods, Tokyo must find new ways of fighting back against the rising waters.
Episode 3
London
Wed, Nov 14, 2018 54 mins
For decades, London trusted that its sophisticated Thames Barrier would keep it safe from water. But as sea levels rise and rainfall increases, London's sleeping giant is no longer enough to keep the city safe.
Episode 4
Miami
Wed, Nov 21, 2018 54 mins
No city on Earth faces a greater threat from rising seas and violent storms than Miami. But as development booms, residents of Miami wonder if engineers and planners can protect them from the water.
