Elevated Pacific Water Pulse Moving North Along Gulf of California Coast
What happened
A coastally trapped Kelvin wave is moving north along the Gulf of California coast. This pulse of elevated Pacific water, set in motion by El Niño, is expected to raise sea levels along the California coast by roughly 6 inches to a foot over the coming weeks. The higher baseline ocean level means that the next big swell, king tide, or winter storm will encounter less beach before reaching seawalls, homes, and roads.
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Why it matters
The rising baseline ocean level prompts homeowners on bluffs and beachfronts to inspect and repair protective structures. Local governments, including those in Orange County, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, and San Clemente, have declared local emergencies to expedite this necessary work.
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Who's involved
- Gulf of CaliforniaThe Gulf of California is the medium through which the elevated water pulse travels.
- Los AngelesLos Angeles is affected by the baseline sea level rise.
- Long BeachLong Beach is a low-lying coastal city in the path of the wave.
- Los Angeles Department of Water and PowerLos Angeles Department of Water and Power is a critical coastal utility provider.
- State of CaliforniaThe State of California holds ultimate responsibility for coastal management.
- San DiegoSan Diego is affected by marine phenomena supplied by the Gulf of California.
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Gulf of California
gulf of the Pacific Ocean on the coast of Mexico