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Kelvin Wave Could Lift California Sea Levels By a Foot | NewsTalk WMEQ | 106.3 & AM880

29 Sep 2026, 02:16 GMT
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Article Kelvin Wave Could Lift California Sea Levels By a Foot | NewsTalk WMEQ | 106.3 & AM880

A Kelvin wave is expected to hit California's coast around Oct. 1, potentially raising sea levels by up to a foot. Combined with a record-strength El Niño and the highest king tides in 18 years, scientists warn of severe coastal flooding and erosion risks for low-lying communities.