Local NGO Marine Environment Awareness and Response Team, headed by former WWF Marine Officer Selarn Kaluwin, confirmed that the tide increased by 0.1 metre compared to past events.
Kaluwin said the tide has gone down however, they are monitoring the situation after sea level reached about 5 to 20 metres onshore.
However, he said the impact didn’t affect gardens and homes however, villagers are on the lookout.
“We are looking at local approaches or knowledge in terms of adaptation measures.