United KingdomNOAA scientists are monitoring signs of an approaching El Niño event along the West Coast of the United States. While El Niño has been officially declared in the tropical Pacific, its effects on the West Coast are expected to lag several months. Current ocean temperatures in Southern and Central California are unusually warm, but this warmth is attributed to a recent marine heat wave rather than the El Niño itself. Scientists note that coastal trapped Kelvin waves, which are characteristic of El Niño, began reaching California in May–June but are unlikely to have significant impacts until later in the year. The phenomenon involves complex interactions between ocean currents, wind patterns, and atmospheric pressure, which can alter marine ecosystems and fisheries. Researchers are tracking various oceanic indicators, including changes in sea level, water temperature, and marine life behavior, to determine when El Niño's influence becomes more pronounced.
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