Rising seas portend more problems. The sea level around New Orleans is rising at a rate of as much as 9 millimeters (0.35 inches) per year, or three feet (about 1 meter) each century, much higher than the global average and the highest rate measured in the United States, according to experts at NOAA's Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services.
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Salt water showing up in South Louisiana taps is drawing a flood of complaints from residents who blame officials for not taking action until the water began posing a threat to more populated areas.