Coastal Hazards–Climate Impacts CIRC 1.0 Final Report

Many Pacific Northwest coastal communities have experienced increased flooding and erosion. Learn more.

Recent El Niño Consumed West Coast Beaches

Study finds unprecedented levels of winter shoreline retreat along the US West Coast as a consequence of the 2015/2016 El Niño.

Coastal Hazards and Longer Term Climate Patterns in the Pacific

Quantifying the impacts of climate change on coastal areas has focused largely on the impacts of sea level rise. A recent study suggests other processes, including El Niño, might be equally important.

What to Expect From This Year’s El Niño

This winter’s El Niño is poised to be one of the strongest yet recorded. Here’s what that might mean for the Northwest.

El Niño Predictions, What Went Wrong?

Researchers predicted a strong El Niño in 2014. It failed to manifest. This year, El Niño is back and stronger than ever. What happened? 

Shoring Up for Climate Change

Homeowners Prepare for Climate Change Along the Oregon Coast