Question: are sea levels rising in the maldives?
Answer: Since the 1950s, sea level in and around the Maldives has been rising at a rate of 0.03–0.06 inches (0.8–1.6 millimeters) per year. Because of the Maldivian topography, small changes in sea level translate into extensive land inundation. Rising seas pose a looming threat to homes and industries near the coast.