... movement of the coastline, which occurs during erosion. The major issue which plagues this controversy is determining whether the economic gains of beach use out weight the benefits of preserving the coast's natural state and protecting its inhabitants. The two feuding points of view both ... effective, productive, and beneficial programs. Due to the frequent thunderstorms and hurricanes south Florida experiences in a given year, the lifetime of the beach fills are often less than five months. A rapid succession of severe storms and tidal surges can completely eliminate the newly made s...

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