Some of the North East's most beautiful beaches and coastal areas could be underwater by 2050 if carbon emissions aren't tackled, scientists say.
The threat has been highlighted by Climate Central, a non-profit news organisation focused on climate science.
Their warning has been compounded by the IPCC climate report, which predicts global warming of 1.5C above pre-industrial levels - a potential disaster for our seaside towns.
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Climate Central's sea level rise mapping tool offers predictions based on peer-reviewed science and the latest data to show areas across the globe which could fall victim to rising seas.
Waters are predicted to rise as carbon emissions cause global temperatures to go up, melting glaciers, Greenland and the Antarctic ice sheets and thereby increasing the volume of water in the seas.
Below are all the North East coastal spots which are expected to be completely submerged by water by 2050.
Areas shaded red are lower than the local sea-level or coastal flood projection according to the selected data.
It should be noted that these images are based on predictions if we make no cuts to emissions.
Holy Island and The Farnes
Popular Northumberland holiday spot Haggerston and much of Holy Island are at risk, the scientists say.
Meanwhile wildlife haven the Farne Islands, home to thousands of nesting birds as well as seals, could be completely underwater by 2050, robbing many species of their habitat.
Bamburgh and Seahouses
Parts of the beach around both Bamburgh and Seahouses look set to disappear, with the impact stretching to Seahouses Harbour and golf club.
Beadnell Bay
Large parts of Beadnell Bay and Benthall will be underwater.
Craster and Low Newton
The tranquil beaches and coastline around Craster, Low Newton, near Dunstanburgh Castle, will fall under water levels.
Howick and Boulmer
Parts of Howick and Boulmer will disappear.
Alnmouth
Alnmouth looks to be greatly impacted, with large parts of the beach and estuary to be underwater.
Warkworth and Amble
Warkworth will be affected and parts of Amble will disappear along with its Harbour Village.
Druridge Bay
Large areas of the beautiful Druridge Bay are expected to be underwater.
Newbiggin by the Sea
Newbiggin is another area which is expected to suffer, with the Maritime Centre and promenade set to disappear.
Blyth
The coastal town of Blyth is one of the most under-threat areas in Northumberland. Home to Energy Central, Blyth is currently one of the key players in creating the UK's green, renewable energy future - but will the town's efforts be enough?
North and South Tyneside
The piers at North and South Shields are at risk, as well as beaches at South Shields, Cullercoats and Whitley Bay.
Seaburn and Sunderland
Seaburn, Roker and Sunderland Docks are likely to be impacted, with parts of the beach disappearing underwater.
Hartlepool
Parts of Hartlepool, including the marina, could be wiped out.
