"The Secret of Sea Level Rise: It Will Vary Greatly by Region"

"As the world warms, sea levels could easily rise three to six feet this century. But increases will vary widely by region, with prevailing winds, powerful ocean currents, and even the gravitational pull of the polar ice sheets determining whether some coastal areas will be inundated while others stay dry."

Michael D. Lemonick reports for Yale Environment 360 March 22, 2010.