Sand dunes, like those at Cormier's cottage and along the islands' eastern coast, were completely destroyed during Dorian. Route 199 connects the islands together, but it lies on sand dunes, vulnerable to erosion. (Sarah Leavitt/CBC) Post image on Pinterest: Route 199 connects the islands together, but it lies on sand dunes, vulnerable to erosion. (Sarah Leavitt/CBC)Route 199 connects the islands together, but it lies on sand dunes, vulnerable to erosion. Across the islands, UQAR researchers have placed wooden stakes, as well as other tools to monitor the rate of erosion.
Source: CBC News October 15, 2019 08:00 UTC