What recent record-setting storms mean for Maine's coast
Mainers have long had ties to the water. Rivers once powered old mill towns. Many make their living on or near the ocean. And the state's iconic coastline is an allure for millions of visitors a year. But in the past month, three winter storms have been a clear sign of the water's destructive powers.
Many Mainers say they're used to enduring strong storms, but the last three serve as evidence of change. Many acknowledge they will need to prepare for more weather extremes, more quickly than they had planned.
In the aftermath of severe storms like these, scientists in Maine say communities should pursue three kinds of responses. They can adapt by rebuilding structures higher. They can avoid, by not building new infrastructure in hazardous places. Or, they can retreat, leaving vulnerable locations behind entirely.
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Story: Nicole Ogrysko
Video: Esta Pratt-Kielley
Courtesy storm video from Joe Kehoe