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El Niño Brings Repeated Kelvin Waves to West Coast
Scientists are warning of recurring Kelvin waves driven by El Niño that have raised sea levels along the West Coast. These waves are expected to continue, posing ongoing challenges for coastal communities.
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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.
2026-10-19 09:00 UTC