Sound Waves Newsletter - April-May 2019
New tsunami evidence along one of Earth’s largest faults, the Alaska-Aleutian megathrust
Recent geological studies of a key section of the Aleutian Island chain of Alaska suggest Aleutian tsunamis may occur more frequently than previously understood.
After Hurricane Devastation, Sea Turtle Scientists Rebound, Help Rebuild
Seven months after their home base in the Florida Panhandle was demolished by Hurricane Michael, U.S. Geological Survey sea turtle researchers are headed back into the field on May 1, the start of nesting season for Florida's sea turtles.
Recent Coastal and Marine Fieldwork - April-May 2019
In May 2019, USGS coastal and marine scientists visited several coastal and offshore locations, studying reservoir sediment after a wildfire disaster in California, a new remote-control surveying boat in Massachusetts, hypersaline lake sediments in the Dominican Republic, and much more.
Coral Reef Barriers Provide Flood Protection
for More Than 18,000 People and $1.8 Billion Worth of Coastal Infrastructure and Economic Activity Annually
News Briefs - April-May 2019
Coastal and marine news highlights from across the USGS
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Photo Roundup - April-May 2019
A selection of coastal and marine images from across the USGS
Social Media Highlights - April-May 2019
A selection of recent USGS coastal and marine social media posts
Recent Publications - April-May 2019
List of recent USGS publications based on coastal and marine research.