Community Resilience Vocabulary

noun A natural phenomenon where high tides are higher than normal, often associated with specific lunar and meteorological conditions

• The king tide is expected to reach its peak tomorrow, causing potential flooding in low-lying areas.
• Watch out for the king tide coming in - it might make the beach disappear for a while!
• Dude, did you see the king tide yesterday? It was insane!
• Her emotions were like a king tide, overwhelming and impossible to control.

noun excessive tourism that negatively impacts a destination's environment, culture, and residents

• The issue of overtourism is becoming a growing concern for many popular travel destinations.
• Hey, have you heard about the problems caused by overtourism in that city?
• Overtourism is totally ruining the vibe of that place.
• The influx of tourists has turned the once serene town into a bustling hub of overtourism.