Kelvin wave from super El Niño could raise California sea levels
They publishedPowerful 'Kelvin wave' triggered by super El Niño threatens to raise sea levels off the California coast for months
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What
- A powerful internal Kelvin wave, triggered by this year's super El Niño, is moving up the Pacific coast.
- Researchers warn it could raise California sea levels by up to 1 foot (30 centimeters) for months.
- The wave may amplify damage from storms, surges, flooding and coastal erosion this winter.
- Tides plus the Kelvin wave could distort normal tides, increasing high and low tides.
- California Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency to mobilize resources ahead of storms.
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🇺🇸 United States (outlet HQ)
topics: Climate, Environment, Politics · language: eng
topics: Climate, Environment, Politics · language: eng
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