The Increasing Frequency of Seiche Events on Lake Erie

Explore the causes and impacts of seiche events on Lake Erie, where high winds and atmospheric pressure changes lead to increased coastal flooding and erosion, caused by by climate change. This text forms the student reading for the Seiche Situations teaching guide.

Topics

  • seiche
  • lake erie
  • coastal flooding
  • shoreline erosion
  • atmospheric pressure
  • high winds
  • climate change
  • water level rise