Coloured sea level map showing La Nina event
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Coloured sea level map showing La Nina event
La Nina event. Coloured satellite map of the Pacific Ocean showing a La Nina event (purple). This image was taken on 11 July 1998. Areas with a lower sea level than average are blue/purple (generally meaning they are cold). Higher areas are red/white. The La Nina event is a large body of relatively cool water which can influence weather systems throughout the world. Above the La Nina system is the remnant of the complimentary El Nino event (red/white), which dominated the eastern Pacific Ocean in 1997/98. The Pacific Ocean varies between El Nino and La Nina events with no fixed cycle. This image was created using data from the US/French TOPEX/Poseidon satellite
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1998 El Nino Increasing Pacific Pacific Ocean Sea Level Sea Levels Diminishing La Nina
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This print showcases a coloured sea level map, capturing the mesmerizing La Nina event in the Pacific Ocean. Taken on 11 July 1998, this satellite image reveals a vast expanse of purple hues representing areas with lower than average sea levels. These cooler regions indicate the presence of the La Nina phenomenon, which holds significant influence over global weather systems. The contrasting red and white shades above the La Nina system depict remnants of its counterpart, the El Nino event that dominated the eastern Pacific Ocean in 1997/98. The dynamic nature of this region is evident as it fluctuates between these two climatic events without adhering to any fixed cycle. Crafted using data from the US/French TOPEX/Poseidon satellite, this image offers valuable insights into oceanic patterns and their impact on our planet's climate. It serves as a reminder of how interconnected our world truly is and highlights how seemingly distant occurrences can have far-reaching consequences for weather conditions worldwide. As we delve into this visual masterpiece by Science Photo Library, we are reminded of both the beauty and complexity inherent in Earth's natural processes. This print stands as a testament to humanity's ongoing quest for knowledge about our environment while showcasing nature's awe-inspiring ability to shape our lives.
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