Sea level rise along Cape Cod is getting faster

Over the last 30 years, the sea level in the Cape Cod area of Massachusetts has risen at a rate of about 0.2 inches (5.6 millimeters) each year.

30-year trend in sea level rise
The shaded area shows the range of likeliest sea level rise per 30-year period, with 95% confidence. Source: NOAA Graphic: M.K. Wildeman
Associated Press