Location of beach
By Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center
2011 (approx.)
Detailed Description
David Peterson, who took part in the original study, notes that ocean currents reverse seasonally on the west coast, and speculates that the disk traveled to and fro for years before finally washing up on Long Beach.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.
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