Pacific Ocean News & Breaking Stories

Peru's PRODUCE is cracking down on illegal squid fishing by foreign vessels to protect sustainability and the artisanal fishing sector.

French family living in New Caledonia forced to flee due to violent unrest over changes to provincial voting rules.

Macron heads to riot-hit New Caledonia as Australia, NZ evacuate tourists. Blinken willing to impose ICC sanctions. Iranian President Raisi mourned.

Jason Momoa confirms relationship with actress Adria Arjona through Instagram post from trip to Japan, sparking viral speculation and excitement.

Google honors Indian-American poet Meena Alexander with a Doodle for U.S. Asian Pacific Month. Alexander was known for her poetry books.

Florida residents can witness the solar eclipse on April 8, with varying visibility across the state, ensuring a memorable experience.

Rescue team frees humpback whale tangled in line after days of effort in Dutch Harbor, Alaska, providing a heartwarming outcome.

Virtual candidate Palmer wins American Samoa Democratic caucus, beating Biden. Young entrepreneur emphasizes issues important to youth. Viral win surprises.

Humpback whales caught having sex under a boat for the first time, challenging preconceived notions about their behavior.

NOAA experts to reveal critical climate findings for January 2024, latest El Niño update, and introduce AI-powered global temperature dataset.

Southern California hit by historic storm, over 300 mudslides in LA, rare tornado warning in San Diego, no fatalities. Evacuations continue.

New evidence suggests Amelia Earhart's plane may have been found, possibly solving the mystery of her disappearance. #AmeliaEarhart #NewDiscovery

Deep sea exploration company releases sonar image that may be the remains of Amelia Earhart's plane, solving aviation mystery.

Explorer Tony Romeo believes he's found Amelia Earhart's plane on the ocean floor. Experts say he's in the right spot.

Decades-long search for Amelia Earhart's fate may be over, as sonar image of aircraft-shaped object found in Pacific Ocean.

Prepare for upcoming rain by clearing gutters and checking tire pressure, tread, and windshield wipers. Stay updated with ABC 10News Meteorologist Megan Parry.

"4.2 magnitude earthquake jolts Southern California, including the High Desert. No damage reported. Felt from Antelope Valley to Coachella Valley."

Japan's PM Kishida says the country is in a "battle against time" after a series of major earthquakes hit.

California's snowpack is at 25% of average, but the state's reservoirs are at 116% of average, and more precipitation is expected.

Massive waves hit Ventura, CA, sweeping 20 people into the water and sending 8 to the hospital. Beaches closed due to danger.

Santa Claus is on his way! Use NORAD's Santa Tracker app to follow his journey and see where he's headed next.

Evacuations were underway in the Philippines after magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck Mindanao, triggering tsunami warnings in the country and Japan.

Pro-Palestinian protestors shut down the Bay Bridge for four hours with a protest, leading to 50 arrests and 15 cars towed.

Survivors of Hurricane Otis in Acapulco, Mexico, are searching for loved ones and necessities as they await aid.

Actor Tyler Posey opens up about his married life and teases upcoming music collaborations with his wife. He also reflects on his time on The Masked Singer.

Major Hurricane Otis, a Category 4 storm, is approaching the Mexican coast, bringing dangerous winds and heavy rain.

Hurricane Norma strengthens to Category 4 storm with winds exceeding 209 km/h, heading towards Mexico's Pacific coast.

Researchers from the Nautilus Live Ocean Exploration Trust captured footage of a dumbo octopus swimming in the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument. The adorable sea creature delighted the team.

Researchers at the Nautilus Live Ocean Exploration Trust captured footage of a dumbo octopus swimming in the deep ocean. The octopus's unique ear-like fins and connected arms resemble sea umbrellas. The team was gathering data on species distribution and seamount geology in the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument. These enigmatic creatures have been seen as deep as 7 kilometers under the waves.

Researchers at the Nautilus Live Ocean Exploration Trust captured footage of a dumbo octopus swimming 2,665 meters deep in the Pacific Ocean. The video shows the octopus's unique ear-like fins and its arms connected by a web of skin. The researchers were gathering data on the area for better understanding of species distribution and seamount geology. The dumbo octopus is known for its feeding habits, which create mysterious octagon shapes on the seafloor. These enigmatic creatures have been seen as deep as 7 kilometers under the waves.

The most powerful hurricane of 2023, Jova, is rapidly intensifying in the Pacific Ocean, but fortunately not heading towards the coast. Meanwhile, Hurricane Lee is forming in the Atlantic and poses a threat to several Caribbean islands.

California is mostly unscathed by hurricanes due to cold sea surface temperatures, upper-level steering winds, and dry, stable air.

A rare hurricane is expected to hit Southern California, bringing dangerous winds, heavy rain, and the risk of flooding.

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