California faces new El Niño storm

California's coast is experiencing rising sea levels driven by a strengthening El Niño and a coastally trapped Kelvin wave, which is expected to elevate sea levels by about six inches and persist for months. This increase, combined with recent storm activity and climate change, has led to significant erosion and damage to homes along the coastline. The Kelvin wave is part of a broader pattern associated with El Niño that causes warmer ocean temperatures and higher sea surface heights, potentially worsening coastal erosion and flood risks. Scientists anticipate the wave reaching Southern California in early October, contributing to ongoing environmental and structural challenges.

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