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New England battered by fourth storm since December

An intense storm caused significant flooding along New England's coastline, marking the fourth such event since December.

Ian Livingston reports for The Washington Post.

In short:

Coastal New Hampshire and southern Maine faced significant flooding due to high ocean surges, with areas like Hampton and Portland heavily impacted.
The storm caused widespread coastal flooding from Massachusetts to Georgia, with damage extending as far south as Charleston, S.C., and included heavy rains and snow in the interior Northeast.
This series of storms, intensified by climate change, heralds an increasing frequency of coastal flooding in the region.

Key fact:

The sea level has risen more than a foot in the Northeast United States since 1900 and is rising faster there than the global average.

Why this matters:

The repetitive and severe weather events in New England highlight the tangible consequences of climate change, emphasizing the urgency for environmental awareness and policy action to mitigate impacts on health, safety, and infrastructure. Will our shared misery help to bring us together on climate action?

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New England battered by fourth storm since December

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