Schematic depiction of wave runup (hrunup) with its components of setup (hsetup) and time-varying swash (dashed lines). Wave runup is the time-varying elevation of water level at the shoreline, measured here in reference to the still-water level (SWL).
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Schematic depiction of coastal wave runup
Schematic depiction of wave runup (hrunup) with its components of setup (hsetup) and time-varying swash (dashed lines). Wave runup is the time-varying elevation of water level at the shoreline, measured here in reference to the still-water level (SWL).
Orbicella annularis bleaching during 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida Keys
Orbicella annularis bleaching during 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida KeysLobed star coral (Orbicella annularis) bleaching during the 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida Keys. Taken on July 12, 2026 at Newfound Harbor, an inshore patch reef in the Lower Florida Keys.
Orbicella annularis bleaching during 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida Keys
Orbicella annularis bleaching during 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida KeysLobed star coral (Orbicella annularis) bleaching during the 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida Keys. Taken on July 12, 2026 at Newfound Harbor, an inshore patch reef in the Lower Florida Keys.
Siderastrea siderea bleaching during 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida Keys
Siderastrea siderea bleaching during 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida KeysStarlet coral (Siderastrea siderea) bleaching during the 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida Keys. Taken on July 12, 2026 at Newfound Harbor, an inshore patch reef in the Lower Florida Keys.
Siderastrea siderea bleaching during 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida Keys
Siderastrea siderea bleaching during 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida KeysStarlet coral (Siderastrea siderea) bleaching during the 2026 marine heatwave in the Florida Keys. Taken on July 12, 2026 at Newfound Harbor, an inshore patch reef in the Lower Florida Keys.
Animated GIF of aerial images showing Milton Pass, FL, before and after Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Animated GIF of aerial images showing Milton Pass, FL, before and after Hurricanes Helene and MiltonAnimated GIF of aerial images showing Milton Pass, FL, before and after Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Animated GIF of aerial images showing Milton Pass, FL, before and after Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Animated GIF of aerial images showing Milton Pass, FL, before and after Hurricanes Helene and MiltonAnimated GIF of aerial images showing Milton Pass, FL, before and after Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Milton Pass pre-Hurricane Helene
Aerial image of Milton Pass pre-Hurricane Helene.
Aerial image of Milton Pass pre-Hurricane Helene.
Midnight Pass pre-Hurricane Helene
Aerial image of Midnight Pass pre-Hurricane Helene.
Aerial image of Midnight Pass pre-Hurricane Helene.
Videos
USGS Coastal and Marine Field Operations
To conduct the science needed to understand coastal and marine geohazards, support habitat and resource management, and monitor how these environments change over time, the USGS Coastal and Marine Hazards and Resources Program relies on engineering, mechanical, and electronics expertise for field operations along the coast, in the nearshore environment, and in the d
To conduct the science needed to understand coastal and marine geohazards, support habitat and resource management, and monitor how these environments change over time, the USGS Coastal and Marine Hazards and Resources Program relies on engineering, mechanical, and electronics expertise for field operations along the coast, in the nearshore environment, and in the d
GeoKids: Ella
USGS presents: GeoKids!
In this episode, meet Ella Doran, 8, and her mom, Kara. Kara is an oceanographer at the St. Petersburg Coastal and Marine Science Center in St. Petersburg, Florida. Kara speaks about her work on coastal change while she and Ella do a science experiment together.
USGS presents: GeoKids!
In this episode, meet Ella Doran, 8, and her mom, Kara. Kara is an oceanographer at the St. Petersburg Coastal and Marine Science Center in St. Petersburg, Florida. Kara speaks about her work on coastal change while she and Ella do a science experiment together.
Introduction to the USGS Coastal Science Navigator
Introduction to the USGS Coastal Science NavigatorThe Coastal Science Navigator is intended to help users discover USGS Coastal Change Hazards information, products, and tools relevant to their scientific or decision-making needs.
Introduction to the USGS Coastal Science Navigator
Introduction to the USGS Coastal Science NavigatorThe Coastal Science Navigator is intended to help users discover USGS Coastal Change Hazards information, products, and tools relevant to their scientific or decision-making needs.
PubTalk-03/2023: Coral Reef in Crisis - Science to Guide Reef Restoration for Ecosystem Recovery
PubTalk-03/2023: Coral Reef in Crisis - Science to Guide Reef Restoration for Ecosystem RecoveryCoral Reef in Crisis - Science to Guide Reef Restoration for Ecosystem Recovery
By Ilsa Kuffner, Research Marine Biologist
USGS St. Petersburg Coastal & Marine Science Center
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PubTalk-03/2023: Coral Reef in Crisis - Science to Guide Reef Restoration for Ecosystem Recovery
PubTalk-03/2023: Coral Reef in Crisis - Science to Guide Reef Restoration for Ecosystem RecoveryCoral Reef in Crisis - Science to Guide Reef Restoration for Ecosystem Recovery
By Ilsa Kuffner, Research Marine Biologist
USGS St. Petersburg Coastal & Marine Science Center
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Event Recording: Explore USGS Careers in Florida and the Caribbean – Research Panel
Event Recording: Explore USGS Careers in Florida and the Caribbean – Research PanelThree USGS Centers held this virtual event on February 23, 2023 to showcase various science career paths within USGS: the Caribbean-Florida Water Science Center, St.
Event Recording: Explore USGS Careers in Florida and the Caribbean – Research Panel
Event Recording: Explore USGS Careers in Florida and the Caribbean – Research PanelThree USGS Centers held this virtual event on February 23, 2023 to showcase various science career paths within USGS: the Caribbean-Florida Water Science Center, St.
Event Recording: Explore USGS Careers in Florida and the Caribbean – Science Support Panel
Event Recording: Explore USGS Careers in Florida and the Caribbean – Science Support PanelThree USGS Centers held this virtual event on February 23, 2023 to showcase various science career paths within USGS: the Caribbean-Florida Water Science Center, St.
Event Recording: Explore USGS Careers in Florida and the Caribbean – Science Support Panel
Event Recording: Explore USGS Careers in Florida and the Caribbean – Science Support PanelThree USGS Centers held this virtual event on February 23, 2023 to showcase various science career paths within USGS: the Caribbean-Florida Water Science Center, St.
Webcams
Sand Key, Florida
Most recent time-averaged image from Sand Key, Florida. The images are used to examine a range of coastal processes including shoreline position, the presence of an offshore sandbar, and the extent of wave runup on the beach. Camera hosted by Dan's Island Condo.
Most recent time-averaged image from Sand Key, Florida. The images are used to examine a range of coastal processes including shoreline position, the presence of an offshore sandbar, and the extent of wave runup on the beach. Camera hosted by Dan's Island Condo.
Madeira Beach
A coastal camera located on Medeira Beach, Florida near the Shoreline Island Resort.
A coastal camera located on Medeira Beach, Florida near the Shoreline Island Resort.
Time-averaged image at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 2
Time-averaged image at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 2Time-averaged images, which represent the time-mean of all the images collected during a video, are used to identify areas where waves are breaking, which show up as bright white bands in the image.
Time-averaged image at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 2
Time-averaged image at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 2Time-averaged images, which represent the time-mean of all the images collected during a video, are used to identify areas where waves are breaking, which show up as bright white bands in the image.
Most recent snapshot at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 2
Most recent snapshot at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 2Most recent snapshot from Camera 2 at Madeira Beach, Florida. Camera hosted by Shoreline Island Resort.
Most recent snapshot at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 2
Most recent snapshot at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 2Most recent snapshot from Camera 2 at Madeira Beach, Florida. Camera hosted by Shoreline Island Resort.
Snapshot image for Sand Key, Florida
A current view of the most recent snapshot from a webcam located in Sand Key, Florida.
A current view of the most recent snapshot from a webcam located in Sand Key, Florida.
Time-averaged image at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 1
Time-averaged image at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 1Time-averaged images, which represent the time-mean of all the images collected during a video, are used to identify areas where waves are breaking, which show up as bright white bands in the image.
Time-averaged image at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 1
Time-averaged image at Madeira Beach, Florida, Camera 1Time-averaged images, which represent the time-mean of all the images collected during a video, are used to identify areas where waves are breaking, which show up as bright white bands in the image.