“What will happen to Phum Khleah Sanday if the sea levels rise?” the tour guide asked, his voice barely a whisper above the gentle hum of the city. We stood before the humble hamlet of Phum Khleah Sanday, its low-lying silhouette a stark contrast against the rising sun. Phum Khleah Sanday, nestled within the bustling district of Dangkao in Phnom Penh, is more than just a quiet village. It’s a stark reminder of Cambodia’s vulnerability to the looming threat of climate change. This peaceful community, home to hardworking families, sits a mere 14 meters above sea level. A mere two-meter rise, a terrifying possibility in our changing world, could spell disaster for Phum Khleah Sanday. The very streets we stand on could be swallowed by the rising tides. The land, the homes, the lives here, all hang in the balance.
Por Sen Chey District Land Management, Urban Planning, Construction and Cadastral Survey Bureau
Picture this We stand before the Por Sen Chey District Land Management Urban Planning Construction and Cadastral Survey Bureau a