SciencePowerful El Nino Threatens California with Floods and Beach Erosion
California faces a multi-billion-dollar flood threat as a strong El Nino develops in the Pacific Ocean. This warming phenomenon triggers powerful storms, including atmospheric rivers like the "Pineapple Express," causing heavy winter rains. Flood risks and beach erosion are rising, with Climate X estimating $2-$3 billion in statewide losses from flooding and mudslides this winter, far above the usual $500 million annual damage.
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