NRDC Annual Beach Report: Reveals 13 “Superstar Beaches” and 11 “Repeat Offenders”
America’s beaches experienced over 20,000 closing and advisory days for the third consecutive year because of polluted water or threatened contamination, according to the 23rd annual beachwater quality report released June 26th, by the Natural Resources Defense Council.
Global Warming Behind Australia’s ‘Angry Summer’: Study
Man made global warming was likely a significant contributing factor in Australia’s “Angry Summer” of 2012-2013, according to a new study. It was the country’s hottest on record and featured devastating wildfires as well as widespread flooding.
A Vertical View of Wildfire Smoke as it Heads to Sea
Meteorologists closely monitor smoke plumes from wildfires because smoke can spread across vast distances and pose significant health hazards, particularly to children and the elderly.
Los Angeles Unveils Plans For Ocean-Research Centre
A 100-year-old dock on the San Pedro waterfront in Los Angeles will be developed into an urban marine research and business park, with the first phase slated for completion in 2018.
Seismic Gap Outside of Istanbul
Earthquake researchers have now identified a 30 kilometers long and ten kilometers deep area along the North Anatolian fault zone just 15 to 20 kilometers south from the historic city center of Istanbul, that could be the starting point for a strong earthquake.
Possible Record-Setting Dead Zone For Gulf of Mexico
Scientists are expecting a very large “dead zone” in the Gulf of Mexico and a smaller than average hypoxic level in the Chesapeake Bay this year, based on several NOAA-supported forecast models.
Climate Change-Poverty Link Highlighted In World Bank Report
The World Bank says it will increasingly view its efforts to help developing countries fight poverty through a “climate lens.”
Find The Cleanest, Safest Beaches With Updated Swim Guide app
Beach season is upon us, but is the water at your local beach safe? You can find out with the click of a button through the newly updated Swim Guide app from the Waterkeeper Alliance.
NOAA Grant Aids Purchase of Critical Coastal Habitat in Puerto Rico
A NOAA grant of $1 million has helped the territory of Puerto Rico complete the acquisition of Dos Mares, an 87-acre parcel that includes wetlands, forested wetlands, and a coastal mangrove forest.