A Kelvin wave raised sea levels on the West Coast. More are coming

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Coastally trapped Kelvin waves moving along the West Coast. The dark red represents higher than normal sea levels.

A large underwater wave moved up the West Coast, raising sea levels. Scientists say it’s driven by El Niño and it’s going to happen again.

(Image credit: Dillon J. Amaya)


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