Explain how the disposal of human waste could worsen the effects of hurricanes on coastal communities.

Answer:

Coral reefs act as wave breaks and reduce the effects of storm surges from hurricanes by helping to absorb the impact of waves. When coral reefs die they are no longer as effective as wave breaks which worsens the impacts of storms for coastal communities. The disposal of human waste along coastlines and off of coasts can contribute to coral contamination and can lead to coral death, indirectly worsening the impact of hurricanes on coastal communities.