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Incorrect Image Does Not Depict ‘Roman Tidal Baths’ in Malta at Original Sea Level from Millennia Ago

Debunking the Myth: Roman Tidal Baths in Malta and Climate Change

The viral claim that a photo showing “Roman tidal baths” in Malta still at the same sea level after thousands of years disproves climate change has been debunked. The original photo was taken by travel photographer Julia Kivelä in 2019 in Sliema, Malta, and the location is not actually Roman baths dating back thousands of years, but rather Victorian-era pools carved out of limestone rock.

The misinformation in the viral post was further perpetuated by inaccurate claims about sea level rise. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), global sea levels have risen 8 to 9 inches since 1880, with an accelerating rate of rise in recent years. While Malta was not specifically mentioned in NOAA’s water level station readings, local sea level rise can vary due to factors such as subsidence, ocean currents, and land height variations.

The Sliema baths in Malta are a popular feature of the coastline, originally used by wealthy Victorian residents and later opened to the public. The history of the site does not support the claim that the baths have remained at the same sea level for thousands of years.

This misinformation highlights the importance of fact-checking and verifying claims before sharing them on social media. It is crucial to rely on accurate information from reputable sources when discussing topics like climate change and sea level rise.

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