ENHANCING COASTAL FLOODING RESILIENCE IN IZMIR BAY DUE TO SEA LEVEL RISE USING SOFT MEASURES

Climate change remains an ongoing global phenomenon, with one of its most significant consequences being the rising sea levels. This has led to an increased occurrence of coastal floods in both magnitude and frequency, thereby heightening the susceptibility of coastal cities. Izmir, a pivotal metropolis in the Aegean Region, features a natural coastline along its outer bay and an extensively urbanized shoreline within its inner bay. This urban landscape is dotted with various coastal structures utilized for diverse purposes such as social activities, tourism, and transportation. It is imperative that municipalities in coastal cities such as Izmir proactively address the heightened risk levels associated with these environmental shifts.