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Sơn Ca Island's Expanding Shores: A Concerning Trend
The Shrinking Sea and a Growing Island
Sơn Ca Island is facing a dramatic change: a significant receding of the surrounding sea. In just a few years, the water has pulled back so drastically that the seabed is now exposed, causing the island's land area to swell alarmingly.
The impact is substantial. Sơn Ca Island has grown from its original 2.1 hectares to a staggering 45 hectares. This rapid expansion raises serious concerns about the island's environment and future.
Part of Vietnam's Trường Sa Archipelago
Sơn Ca is one of more than 40 islands that make up Vietnam's Trường Sa (Spratly) Islands. These islands hold immense strategic and environmental value for the nation.
This situation is developing rapidly and the Vietnamese authorities are monitoring it closely.
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