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Colorado River Basin Actionable and Strategic Integrated Science and Technology (ASIST) Initiative
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FAQs
What is a debris flow? What is a debris flow?
Debris flows are fast-moving landslides that are particularly dangerous to life and property because they move quickly, destroy objects in their paths, and often strike without warning. They occur in a wide variety of environments throughout the world, including all 50 states and U.S. Territories. Debris flows generally occur during periods of intense rainfall or rapid snowmelt and usually start...
How do I sign up for the ShakeAlert® Earthquake Early Warning System? How do I sign up for the ShakeAlert® Earthquake Early Warning System?
How do I sign up to receive ShakeAlert®-powered Alerts on my phone? Provider Type Apple Store Google Play Link States USGS/FEMA Wireless Emergency Alerts N/A FEMA | WEA CA/OR/WA MyShake TM Mobile App Y/Y MyShake CA/OR/WA Google Android Operating System N/A Google CA/OR/WA Alert San Diego with ShakeReadySD Mobile App Y/Y Alert San Diego CA The USGS issues ShakeAlert ® Messages but alert delivery...
Where can I get Global Land Cover Data (GLCC)? Where can I get Global Land Cover Data (GLCC)?
In EarthExplorer, select "GLCC" under "Land Cover" in the "Data Sets" tab. Derived from 1-km Advanced Very High Resolution Radiometer ( AVHRR) data collected April 1992 to March 1993. Learn more: USGS EROS Archive - Land Cover Products - Global Land Cover Characterization (GLCC) Global Ecosystems Global Climate Data (NOAA) NOAAView Global Data (NOAA) Map of Worldwide Croplands (USGS news release)...
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