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Explore a diverse collection of engaging videos showcasing the latest research, discoveries, and educational content from the U.S. Geological Survey. Dive into the fascinating world of geology, hydrology, ecology, and natural hazards as we bring science to life. Stay informed and inspired by our visual storytelling that highlights the vital work of USGS scientists and their impact on the planet.
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A weekly series from the USGS Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center highlighting satellite image(s) featuring striking changes to the Earth's surface.
The 2011 Mississippi River flood was among the largest and most damaging to occur along this waterway in the past century. This major flood event dramatically increased the flow of water and sediment down the main channel of the Mississippi River and its tributary, the Atchafalaya River.
The 2011 Mississippi River flood was among the largest and most damaging to occur along this waterway in the past century. This major flood event dramatically increased the flow of water and sediment down the main channel of the Mississippi River and its tributary, the Atchafalaya River.
--Will these high-tech industry elements continue in short supply?
by Keith Long, USGS Mineral Resource Analyst
--Will these high-tech industry elements continue in short supply?
by Keith Long, USGS Mineral Resource Analyst
This Quicktime movie shows a timelapse sequence taken from a thermal camera on the rim of Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō crater. The movie spans from May 26 to today and shows the rising level of the lava lake in the crater.
This Quicktime movie shows a timelapse sequence taken from a thermal camera on the rim of Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō crater. The movie spans from May 26 to today and shows the rising level of the lava lake in the crater.
This Quicktime movie shows the refilling of Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō over the past two months, taken from a thermal camera on the south rim of the crater. Lavadrained from Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō on March 5 during the Kamoamoa fissure eruption, and remained absent for several weeks.
This Quicktime movie shows the refilling of Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō over the past two months, taken from a thermal camera on the south rim of the crater. Lavadrained from Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō on March 5 during the Kamoamoa fissure eruption, and remained absent for several weeks.
U.S. Geological Survey crews are measuring flooding across Louisiana, including the Morganza and Bonnet Carre Spillways. Jennifer LaVista reports on USGS flood efforts along the Atchafalaya and Mississippi Rivers.
U.S. Geological Survey crews are measuring flooding across Louisiana, including the Morganza and Bonnet Carre Spillways. Jennifer LaVista reports on USGS flood efforts along the Atchafalaya and Mississippi Rivers.
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Faith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey) outlines the importance of habitat to the health of streams and shows examples of connecting people to urban streams through rehabilitation efforts across the USA. (5 minute version)
Faith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey) outlines the importance of habitat to the health of streams and shows examples of connecting people to urban streams through rehabilitation efforts across the USA. (5 minute version)
Dr. Jane Lubchenco, NOAA administrator (left), The Honorable Terrence (Rock) Salt, principal deputy assistant secretary of the Army for Civil Works (middle), and Dr. Marcia McNutt, director of the U.S.
Dr. Jane Lubchenco, NOAA administrator (left), The Honorable Terrence (Rock) Salt, principal deputy assistant secretary of the Army for Civil Works (middle), and Dr. Marcia McNutt, director of the U.S.
Slideshow of images related to USGS wetlands research.
Slideshow of images related to USGS wetlands research.
A training video discussing how to calibrate the electronic tape.
A training video discussing how to calibrate the electronic tape.
A video discussing the Gravity Meters used at the USGS Arizona Water Science Center.
A video discussing the Gravity Meters used at the USGS Arizona Water Science Center.
Video shows archival footage of USGS collecting largescale suckers along the lower Columbia River (between Bonneville Dam and estuary). Footage ties into press release entitled: Potentially Harmful Levels of Contaminants Found in Fish in the Columbia River
Video shows archival footage of USGS collecting largescale suckers along the lower Columbia River (between Bonneville Dam and estuary). Footage ties into press release entitled: Potentially Harmful Levels of Contaminants Found in Fish in the Columbia River
In this episode we take to the water and accompany a USGS field crew as they collect largescale suckers (Catostomus macrocheilus) along the lower Columbia River. Using a boat equipped with specialized shocking equipment, researchers stun nearby fish, allowing them to be easily collected and examined.
In this episode we take to the water and accompany a USGS field crew as they collect largescale suckers (Catostomus macrocheilus) along the lower Columbia River. Using a boat equipped with specialized shocking equipment, researchers stun nearby fish, allowing them to be easily collected and examined.