Kelvin wave from super El Niño could raise California sea levels
A powerful Kelvin wave triggered by this year’s super El Niño is moving up the Pacific coast and could raise California sea levels.
OriginalSourceThe GuardianUnited KingdomLeanCenter-leftCredibilityPublished11:00 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceThe GuardianUnited KingdomLeanCenter-leftCredibilityPublished11:00 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“California rushes to prepare for massive ‘Kelvin’ wave and predicted sea level rise”
California braces for Kelvin wave and sea level rise
Key points
- Scientists warn a Kelvin wave may raise California coastal waters by about a foot.
- The wave is approaching southern California and could reach the Bay Area by October.
- El Niño conditions are driving the warm water causing higher tides and surges.
- Officials emphasize preparations include sandbags, drains, barriers, and public checklists.
- Experts compare potential impacts to the 1997-1998 winter coastal flooding.
Other reports
- SourceLive ScienceUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Live ScienceSourceLive ScienceUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Live Science
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7 7 Kelvin wave from super El Niño could raise California sea levels
A powerful Kelvin wave triggered by this year’s super El Niño is moving up the Pacific coast and could raise California sea levels.