1982 CBS Prediction: Florida Submerged? 43 Years Later, the Truth Emerges.

In March 1982, CBS News aired a segment warning that the greenhouse effect could submerge 25% of Florida. David Calhane, the reporter, presented scientific findings showing a rapid increase in Earth's atmospheric temperature and melting polar ice caps. "If these scientists are correct," Calhane stated, "about 25% of Florida would be flooded." Forty-three years later, Florida remains above sea level. However, the video highlights the ongoing debate on climate change predictions and their accuracy, emphasizing the need for continued research and effective policy responses. Representative Al Gore's comments from the same era underscore the urgency of the issue, noting the insufficient research being conducted. The video serves as a reminder of the long-standing awareness of climate change and the challenges in predicting its precise effects, while underscoring the continuing relevance of the issue.