SCOUT· 39%12m·2026-10-09·ScienceWhat is the Kelvin wave on the West Coast?
A Kelvin wave has reached California and is creeping up the West Coast, raising both sea levels and concerns from government officials. This kind of massive internal wave begins in the western Pacific Ocean and then travels eastward to the Americas along the equator, and then up and down the coastline. While it might…
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“Kelvin wave is having a moment because Dr Daniel Swain @WeatherWest took the interest and time to explain and draw it.”
“Quinault Indian tribe has moved inland as of a few Friday nights ago. Washington state is on the tail end of it. I hope Oregon and California are prepared for Winter.”
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