October 3, 2017 — The NOAA research vessel Hiialakai returned Saturday from a 25-day trip to the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands...
Coastal wetlands can significantly reduce property damage due to hurricanes
Coastal wetlands are an effective first line of defense and act by slowing down storm surges and reducing flooding. Kelly...
Federal study says humans harmed by dispersant used during Deepwater Horizon
A first-of-its-kind scientific study has determined that the dispersant BP sprayed at the oil gushing from the Deepwater Horizon rig...
Oceans — Areas of Action
Our marine ecosystems require protection from harmful human impact. MPAs [Marine Protected Areas] protect landscapes and biodiversity, allowing commercial species...
Storm Surge Overview
Along the coast, storm surge is often the greatest threat to life and property from a hurricane. In the past,...