Survey on the Dead Sea’s Declining Sea Level and Receding Shoreline

The Dead Sea, a coveted salt lake prominent for its high salinity, might not be around for much longer. The surface of the Dead Sea is falling at the rate of 4 feet (1 meter) per year.

Between Israel and Jordan lies the Dead Sea. Also called the Sea of Death, the Dead Sea’s surface and shores are 427 meters below sea level– the lowest elevation on land, making it the lowest waterbody on Earth. Its name, Dead Sea, is nothing more than a metaphor for its nonexistent aquatic wildlife. It has a salinity of 9.6 times of the ocean, making it an inhospitable environment in which neither animals nor plants cannot flourish.

Dead Sea’s history is just as fascinating as its geology. Its appearances can be traced back to different periods of history– Biblical, Greek and Roman, and Byzantine Periods. Its unique climate and minerals have drawn explorers and scientists since the 19th Century.

Unfortunately, recent reports say the Dead Sea is “dying,” and its banks are collapsing. According to Israel’s Ministry of Environmental Protection, its water level is declining by about four feet per year. The central part of the lake is now around 950 feet deep — about 15% shallower and a third of the surface area compared to its shape half a century ago.

For thousands of years, the Dead Sea has attracted visitors from all around the world. It is a spectacular natural wonder perfect for wellness and religious tourism, making it a unique travel destination worldwide.

Some experts believe the Dead Sea will be gone by 2050, while others say it will never fully disappear but survive at a fraction of its current size. Can the Dead Sea survive? Real Research aims to know what the public has to say on this.

Hence, hurry and answer the survey on the Dead Sea’s declining sea level and receding shoreline on the Real Research app from December 17, 2022. After that, you will receive 55 TNCs as a reward.