Meteorological Service Warns of Rare Mediterranean 'Plate Sea' Phenomenon
Translated & summarized from Kipa by baba
Israel's Meteorological Service has warned of a rare "plate sea" phenomenon in the Mediterranean, characterized by an exceptionally smooth surface and low waves. This condition, typically seen in winter, signifies the arrival of autumn and a shift from the usual summer wavy seas. The warning follows the first significant autumn rains in southern Israel, with some areas experiencing minor flash floods.
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- The Meteorological Service warned of a rare "plate sea" phenomenon in the Mediterranean.
- A "plate sea" is characterized by an almost completely smooth surface and very low waves.
- This phenomenon is unusual for the Israeli summer, which typically has wavy seas.
- The "plate sea" is more common during winter and transitional seasons with easterly winds.
- The warning coincides with the first autumn rains in southern Israel, causing minor flash floods.
Israel's Meteorological Service has issued a warning about a rare phenomenon occurring in the Mediterranean Sea, described as a "plate sea." This condition, characterized by an almost completely smooth sea surface with exceptionally low waves, is unusual for the Israeli summer, which typically features wavy seas due to prevailing westerly winds. The "plate sea" is more commonly observed during the winter and transitional seasons when easterly winds are prevalent. This shift in sea conditions coincides with the arrival of autumn and the first significant rainfall in southern Israel. Areas like Eilat, Timna, and Lotan have recorded between 4 to 9 millimeters of rain in recent days, with some regions experiencing minor flash floods. The Meteorological Service notes that even during calmer summer days with weaker winds, the sea rarely reaches such a completely smooth state. The presence of this "plate sea" is considered a clear indicator of the seasonal change, moving away from the typical summer weather patterns.