Illustration of a Kelvin wave affecting sea levels along the West Coast

Kelvin wave raises West Coast sea levels, more expected due to El Niño

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A large underwater Kelvin wave has caused sea levels to rise along the West Coast. Scientists attribute this phenomenon to El Niño and warn that similar events are likely to occur again in the future.

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