Ocean Currents
Warm ocean temperatures are generated near
the Equator, and then carried towards the poles
where they cool before returning to the Equator.
Most of the ocean currents off the coast of
Oregon are cold.
Continents influence the direction of ocean
currents by changing the flow of the water. At
the same time, the temperature of ocean
currents influences the temperature of coastal
areas, such as Oregon's coast.
Warm Ocean Current
Cool Ocean Current
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Countercurrent
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South Equatorial Current
PACIFIC
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North Equitorial
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ATLANTIC
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Equitorial Countercurrent
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West Wind
Drift