'Bomb-like' marine marker among unusual items that El Niño has washed onto California's shores
- Posted on September 29, 2026
- By Los Angeles Times
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California's coastline is experiencing unprecedented discoveries as El Niño currents bring unusual marine debris and wildlife from across the Pacific. Scientists have documented findings ranging from mysterious buoy-shaped objects resembling explosive devices to rare marine species including sea turtles and hammerhead sharks. These occurrences highlight how changing ocean patterns redistribute materials across vast distances, creating both scientific opportunities and potential hazards for coastal communities.
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