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Coastally trapped Kelvin waves moving along the West Coast. The dark red represents higher than normal sea levels.
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A Kelvin wave raised sea levels on the West Coast. More are coming
Ava Berger
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.
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