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Prediction of regional broadband strong ground motions using a teleseismic source model of the 18 April 2014 Mw 7.3 Papanoa, Mexico, earthquake Prediction of regional broadband strong ground motions using a teleseismic source model of the 18 April 2014 Mw 7.3 Papanoa, Mexico, earthquake

To estimate predicted ground motion from a teleseismic slip model, we use a low‐ and high‐frequency hybrid method to simulate the regional, strong ground motions observed following the 18 April 2014 moment magnitude (⁠Mw⁠) 7.3 Papanoa, Mexico, earthquake. To generate the regional ground motion at low frequencies (1 Hz) are added using a 1D full‐wave propagation code that estimates...
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Carlos Mendoza, Stephen H. Hartzell, Leonardo Ramirez-Guzman, R. Martinez-Lopez
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Geologic Hazards Science Center

From eDNA to decisions using a multi-method approach to restoration planning in streams From eDNA to decisions using a multi-method approach to restoration planning in streams

Reintroduction efforts are increasingly used to mitigate biodiversity losses, but are frequently challenged by inadequate planning and uncertainty. High quality information about population status and threats can be used to prioritize reintroduction and restoration efforts and can transform ad hoc approaches into opportunities for improving conservation outcomes at a landscape scale. We...
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Andrea J. Adams, C. Kamoroff, Daniel R. Norton, Brian J. Halstead, R. L. Grasso, Patrick M. Kleeman, C. Mengelt, K. Powelson, T. Seaborn, C.S. Goldberg
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Ecosystems Mission Area, Western Ecological Research Center (WERC), Pacific Northwest Environmental DNA Laboratory

Dissolved arsenic concentrations in surface waters within the upper portions of the Klamath River Basin, Oregon and California Dissolved arsenic concentrations in surface waters within the upper portions of the Klamath River Basin, Oregon and California

Arsenic toxicity is an environmental health problem. Levels of arsenic in surface waters at some locations in the Klamath River Basin in southern Oregon and northern California can exceed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standard for drinking water. There are both anthropogenic and natural sources of arsenic. The Klamath River Basin consists primarily of volcanic deposits...
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Marie Noele Croteau, Brent R. Topping, Rick A. Carlson
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Geology, Minerals, Energy, and Geophysics Science Center

System characterization report on the Gaofen-6 System characterization report on the Gaofen-6

Executive Summary Gaofen-6 represents a series of Chinese high-resolution Earth observation satellites. More than 12 satellites have been launched in the Gaofen series, beginning with Gaofen-1 in 2013. Satellites within the series have varying infrared, radar, and optical imaging capabilities. The primary goal for the satellites in this series is to provide near real-time observations...
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Aparajithan Sampath, Jon Christopherson, Seonkyung Park, Minsu Kim, Gregory L. Stensaas, Cody Anderson
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Core Science Systems Mission Area, National Land Imaging Program, Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center, EROS CalVal Center of Excellence (ECCOE), Requirements Capabilities & Analysis for Earth Observations

Distribution, abundance, and breeding activities of the Least Bell's Vireo at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California—2020 annual report Distribution, abundance, and breeding activities of the Least Bell's Vireo at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California—2020 annual report

Executive Summary The purpose of this report is to provide the Marine Corps with an annual summary of abundance, breeding activity, demography, and habitat use of endangered Least Bell’s Vireos (Vireo bellii pusillus) at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton (MCBCP, or Base). Surveys for the Least Bell's Vireo were conducted at MCBCP, California, between April 1 and July 10, 2020. Core survey...
Authors
Suellen Lynn, Michelle Treadwell, Barbara E. Kus
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Ecosystems Mission Area, Western Ecological Research Center (WERC)

Distribution, Abundance, and Breeding Activities of the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California—2020 Annual Report Distribution, Abundance, and Breeding Activities of the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California—2020 Annual Report

Executive Summary Surveys for the endangered Southwestern Willow Flycatcher (Empidonax traillii extimus) were done at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton (MCBCP or “Base”), California, between May 4 and July 31, 2020. All of MCBCP’s historically occupied riparian habitat (core survey area) was surveyed for flycatchers in 2020. Additionally, one-fifth of the unoccupied riparian habitat (non...
Authors
Scarlett L. Howell, Barbara E. Kus
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Ecosystems Mission Area, Western Ecological Research Center (WERC)
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