PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • July 1, 2024
While the perfect solution to rising ocean waters would be to reverse global warming, the installation of floodgates is something that Portland should consider in the short term. At least two should be considered: one for Portland Harbor and one for Back Cove. A third might be considered for the outflow of the Presumpscot River. Obviously, there are lots of technical obstacles. ~ Brian Nickerson, South Portland