Regarding the erosion of Seven Mile Beach, I am no expert, I hold no degree or credentials in this matter.
This is just my opinion based on growing up in a place that has many rivers and streams. Placing an obstruction in the current of flowing water creates eddies and turbulence, which over time, can create or destroy islands and even change the course of the river or stream.
It strikes me that sinking the Kittiwake off SMB has caused a great deal of turbulence, especially during storms when the ocean currents are strongest. This turbulence stirs up the sand and carries it off into deeper water, some of it never to return. It stands to reason that over time, SMB will continue to erode.
Also, in my opinion, Cayman dodged a significant bullet regarding the formerly proposed cruise ship port. The turbulence and resulting erosion that would have been created by such a structure would certainly have had significant negative impact on the surrounding area.
In closing, I would hope that the powers that be will take a step back, stop focussing on expensive and temporary solutions, and simply use a bit of common sense and ask themselves the question ‘What changed?’
Robert Ayr
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