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Ryan McClymont

Ryan McClymont is a public affairs specialist for the U.S. Geological Survey covering the Northwest-Pacific Islands Region and Volcano Hazards.

Ryan covers media relations and outreach for a variety of science topics for the USGS Northwest-Pacific Islands Region and Volcano Hazards. His primary duties include writing news releases and feature stories, social media, and multimedia, including photography and videos.

Ryan began work with USGS in 2014 based in Portland, OR. Previously he served in the United States Army spending two years working as photojournalist and public affairs specialist, and four years as an Engineer officer. He deployed twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Prior to joining the U.S. Geological Survey he worked as a photojournalist/videographer for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in San Francisco. Ryan completed a Master's degree in Photography from the Academy of Art University in 2013, and a Bachelor's degree in English and Photography from Grand Valley State University in 2001. 

Current position: Public Affairs Specialist covering the USGS Northwest-Pacific Islands Region and Volcano Hazards

Science Topics Covered: 

  • Volcano Hazards
  • Ecosystems
  • Water
  • Climate Adaptation

Main Products:

  • News releases and technical announcements
  • Science Feature stories
  • Social media outreach
  • Photography and video production

Contact Ryan for the following USGS Centers:

  • Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center
  • Pacific Islands Ecosystems Research Center
  • Volcano Science Center
  • Western Fisheries Research Center
  • Idaho Water Science Center
  • Oregon Water Science Center
  • Pacific Islands Water Science Center
  • Washington Water Science Center
  • Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center
  • Pacific Islands Climate Adaptation Science Center

 

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Christina Neal to Lead USGS Volcano Science Center

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — On May 9, 2021, Christina (Tina) Neal became the new director of the U.S. Geological Survey Volcano Science Center, home of the...

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Christina Neal to Lead USGS Volcano Science Center

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — On May 9, 2021, Christina (Tina) Neal became the new director of the U.S. Geological Survey Volcano Science Center, home of the...

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Entire U.S. West Coast Now Has Access to ShakeAlert® Earthquake Early Warning

After 15 years of planning and development, the ShakeAlert earthquake early warning system is now available to more than 50 million people in...

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Entire U.S. West Coast Now Has Access to ShakeAlert® Earthquake Early Warning

After 15 years of planning and development, the ShakeAlert earthquake early warning system is now available to more than 50 million people in...

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New USGS Analysis of Wind Turbine Upgrades Shows No Impact on Wildlife Mortality

CORVALLIS, ORE. – Reduction in wildlife mortality rates is sometimes cited as a potential benefit to the replacement of older, smaller turbines by...

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New Scientist-in-Charge at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory

HILO, Hawaii — The U.S. Geological Survey has selected Dr. Ken Hon as the new Scientist-in-Charge at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory in Hilo...

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New Scientist-in-Charge at USGS Cascades Volcano Observatory

The U.S. Geological Survey is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Jon Major to serve as the new Scientist-in-Charge of the USGS Cascades Volcano...

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Trump Administration Officials Tour New Mt. Rainier Lahar Detection Stations

TACOMA, Wash. — Deputy Secretary of the Interior Katharine MacGregor, U.S. Geological Survey Director Jim Reilly, and Counselor to the Secretary...

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Media Advisory: Exclusive Interview Opportunities with Interior Officials to Learn about New Mt. Rainier Lahar Detection Stations

TACOMA, Wash. — What is a lahar and why are they a threat to those who live below Mount Rainier? Journalists are invited to learn about the  threat...

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Earthquake Forecast for the Westmorland Swarm beginning Sept. 30, 2020

A swarm of earthquakes southeast of the Salton Sea, in the Brawley seismic zone, began on Sept. 30, 2020.

Forecast last updated October 7, 2020 at 8...

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Understanding Your Community’s Volcano Hazard Risk is One Way to Plan During National Preparedness Month

Disasters and emergencies can happen at any time, often without warning. Natural hazards threaten thousands of lives and cause billions of dollars in...

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New Study Finds the Restoration of Forests with Active Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death Infections May Be Possible

Hilo, Hawaiʻi – For the first time, researchers have shown that native ʻōhiʻa seedlings can survive for at least a year in areas that have active...

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    Christina Neal to Lead USGS Volcano Science Center

    ANCHORAGE, Alaska — On May 9, 2021, Christina (Tina) Neal became the new director of the U.S. Geological Survey Volcano Science Center, home of the...

    Read Article
    link

    Christina Neal to Lead USGS Volcano Science Center

    ANCHORAGE, Alaska — On May 9, 2021, Christina (Tina) Neal became the new director of the U.S. Geological Survey Volcano Science Center, home of the...

    Read Article
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    Entire U.S. West Coast Now Has Access to ShakeAlert® Earthquake Early Warning

    After 15 years of planning and development, the ShakeAlert earthquake early warning system is now available to more than 50 million people in...

    Read Article
    link

    Entire U.S. West Coast Now Has Access to ShakeAlert® Earthquake Early Warning

    After 15 years of planning and development, the ShakeAlert earthquake early warning system is now available to more than 50 million people in...

    Read Article
    link

    New USGS Analysis of Wind Turbine Upgrades Shows No Impact on Wildlife Mortality

    CORVALLIS, ORE. – Reduction in wildlife mortality rates is sometimes cited as a potential benefit to the replacement of older, smaller turbines by...

    Read Article
    link

    New Scientist-in-Charge at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory

    HILO, Hawaii — The U.S. Geological Survey has selected Dr. Ken Hon as the new Scientist-in-Charge at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory in Hilo...

    Read Article
    link

    New Scientist-in-Charge at USGS Cascades Volcano Observatory

    The U.S. Geological Survey is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Jon Major to serve as the new Scientist-in-Charge of the USGS Cascades Volcano...

    Read Article
    link

    Trump Administration Officials Tour New Mt. Rainier Lahar Detection Stations

    TACOMA, Wash. — Deputy Secretary of the Interior Katharine MacGregor, U.S. Geological Survey Director Jim Reilly, and Counselor to the Secretary...

    Read Article
    link

    Media Advisory: Exclusive Interview Opportunities with Interior Officials to Learn about New Mt. Rainier Lahar Detection Stations

    TACOMA, Wash. — What is a lahar and why are they a threat to those who live below Mount Rainier? Journalists are invited to learn about the  threat...

    Read Article
    link

    Earthquake Forecast for the Westmorland Swarm beginning Sept. 30, 2020

    A swarm of earthquakes southeast of the Salton Sea, in the Brawley seismic zone, began on Sept. 30, 2020.

    Forecast last updated October 7, 2020 at 8...

    Read Article
    link

    Understanding Your Community’s Volcano Hazard Risk is One Way to Plan During National Preparedness Month

    Disasters and emergencies can happen at any time, often without warning. Natural hazards threaten thousands of lives and cause billions of dollars in...

    Read Article
    link

    New Study Finds the Restoration of Forests with Active Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death Infections May Be Possible

    Hilo, Hawaiʻi – For the first time, researchers have shown that native ʻōhiʻa seedlings can survive for at least a year in areas that have active...

    Read Article