The dunes continually move in a dynamic coastal process.

The center studies coastal oceanographic processes and atmospheric sciences.

"Experts in coastal processes say evidence shows that building on the dunes accelerates beach erosion," the group said.

Much of the site consists of natural habitats maintained largely by coastal processes.

Some understanding is needed of the coastal processes and morphodynamics specific to the seawall location.

Some beaches do not have enough sand available to coastal processes to respond naturally to storms.

Left alone, these areas are not inherently hazardous, but they become so when development occurs without regard to the natural coastal process, the report said.

The origin of the material forming the bar excited some controversy in the early investigation of coastal processes.

We support the emphasis placed here on understanding coastal processes prior to development plans being drawn up.

Again, coastal processes should be well understood before such operations are permitted.