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The Complex Dynamics of Coastal Flooding along the Southeast U.S. Atlantic Coast
By ppearsall@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 07, 2024.
New research led by Deltares, USGS, and USACE investigates the interplay between tropical and extratropical cyclones in driving coastal flooding along the subtropical Southeast Atlantic Coast of the United States. The research presents a comprehensive flood hazard and impact assessment spanning from Virginia to Florida, offering critical insights into the region's vulnerability to flooding events.
USGS-hosted JACIE Workshop Reflects Industry’s Growth
By slevisay@contractor.usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 07, 2024.
This year’s Joint Agency Commercial Imagery Evaluation (JACIE) Workshop set all kinds of records—more commercial vendors, more presentations, a new networking event and, above all, more people. About 575 signed up for the event, compared to 350 in 2023.
Teenage citizen-scientist helps USGS confirm unique population of threatened turtle
By ahays@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 07, 2024.
The discovery of a previously-unknown population of threatened Ringed Map Turtles was released April 30
Approaches for Managing Post-Fire Vegetation Shifts
By cduzet@contractor.usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 06, 2024.
Northwest CASC researchers and partners identify key needs to consider when managing vegetation shifts after wildfires.
We're Hiring: Hydrologic Instrumentation Research and Operations Chief
By criggs@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 06, 2024.
The Water Resources Mission Area is hiring a Hydrologic Instrumentation Research and Operations Chief to lead the new Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility on the University of Alabama Campus at Tuscaloosa, AL.
Trout, beavers, drought, and a “precious” frog
By plaustsen@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 06, 2024.
Around the West, efforts to conserve and restore riparian habitats have primarily focused on trout and salmon. USGS science is showing that some restoration strategies, including enhancing remnant beaver dams, can also benefit the Oregon spotted frog.
A Benchmarking Framework for Shoreline Monitoring Accuracy
By ppearsall@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 06, 2024.
In a significant first for satellite-derived shoreline monitoring, researchers have created a benchmarking framework aimed at evaluating the accuracy of shoreline change observations derived from satellite remote sensing. This study, conducted by an international team including USGS researchers, introduces a standardized method to assess the performance of popular shoreline mapping algorithms.
USGS EROS Director Joining NASA, NOAA, Australia on GEOINT Landsat Panel
By jlawson@contractor.usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 06, 2024.
The GEOINT 2024 Symposium taking place May 5-8, 2024, in Florida features a Government Hub panel discussion on the Landsat 2030 Initiative that includes Pete Doucette, Director of the U.S. Geological Survey Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center.
Unpacking the legacy of water chemistry research in Yellowstone National Park, 1883–present
By mpoland@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 06, 2024.
The record of water chemistry data in Yellowstone predates the development of the pH (acidity) scale! These data are a testament to numerous researchers who have contributed their expertise over nearly 150 years.
Research in Support of Native Amphibians
By twojtowicz@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 04, 2024.
NOROCK, along with our collaborators, have recently published research about helping the National Park Service update their amphibian species database and evaluating biological and chemical threats to amphibians. See below for more information.
Changes since 2018—Kīlauea summit caldera collapse and refilling
By kmulliken@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 03, 2024.
In 2018, a large eruption from the lower East Rift Zone of Kīlauea partially drained the summit magma reservoir, which caused portions of the unsupported summit caldera floor to collapse. In the six years since then, Kaluapele has been host to an unprecedented water lake and several eruptions.
Varying Climate Impacts on Brook Trout Populations in Neighboring Streams
By cduzet@contractor.usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 03, 2024.
A study supported by the Southeast CASC demonstrates how the impacts of climate change on streams and fish populations can vary across small geographic areas within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Friday's Findings - May 10, 2024
By shouse@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 03, 2024.
Title: Leveraging thirty-four years of data to assess the effects of visitor use and climate on amphibian occupancy in a protected landscape
Date: May 10, 2024, at 2:00 pm Eastern/11:00 am Pacific
Speaker: Amanda Kissel, PhD, Biologist with the USGS Fort Collins Science Center
Kīlauea Information Statement: summit region heightened unrest continues; no eruptive activity.
By kmulliken@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 03, 2024.
The summit region of Kīlauea is currently experiencing heightened unrest, but no eruptive activity. Both seismicity and ground deformation increased sharply in the past week with most seismicity focused along Chain of Craters Road from Luamanu Crater to Pauahi Crater. This activity is reflective of increasing pressurization in the magmatic system underlying the Kīlauea summit region.
Volcano Watch — What’s shaking at the summit of Kīlauea?
By kmulliken@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 02, 2024.
This past week, earthquakes and inflation near Kīlauea’s summit prompted temporary closures within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. What is happening beneath the surface at Kīlauea and what does it mean for potential future eruptive activity?
Photo and Video Chronology — V1cam maintenance, a new webcam, and new maps of unrest
By kmulliken@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 02, 2024.
HVO staff performed some routine maintenance on the V1cam at Kīlauea summit. And, new maps show the recent unrest near Kīlauea summit.
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds stoke wildland fire science investments
By lrussell@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 02, 2024.
Scientists and experts at the U.S. Geological Survey now have access to historic natural resource investments through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law with approval of $7 million for science support of wildland fire management.
U.S. Geological Survey and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Joint News Release: Native forest bird population declines within the Big Island National Wildlife Refuge Complex
By lausman@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 01, 2024.
The health of native birds can also be indicative of the health of Hawai‘i’s forested ecosystems.
Pathology Case of the Month - Western Gull
By award@contractor.usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 01, 2024.
History: An estimated 700 Western gulls (Larus occidentalis) were found dead over a 7-month period in three coastal California counties. Four juvenile gulls found weak and not standing were euthanized and submitted to the U.S. Geological Survey National Wildlife Health Center (NWHC) for cause of death determination.
U.S. Geological Survey and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: A Conservation Orchestra for the Melodies of Hakalau Forest
By lausman@usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 01, 2024.
Native Hawaiians have a deep kinship with Hawaiian forest birds and revere, honor, and deify them as family, ancestors, guardians, spirits, and gods. The connections between Hawaiians, their forests, and birds span centuries, and persist today.
The USGS Dives in at the World Fisheries Congress
By cduzet@contractor.usgs.gov from All News. Published on May 01, 2024.
USGS scientists from around the country participated in the World Fisheries Congress, demonstrating the bureau’s role and commitment to fisheries science by building collaborations, organizing symposia, and providing presentations.
Modeling Coastal Flooding Dynamics Along the U.S. Southeast Atlantic Coast
By ppearsall@usgs.gov from All News. Published on Apr 29, 2024.
Researchers have developed a comprehensive model to hindcast nearly four decades of water-level data for the Southeast Atlantic coastline of the United States. Spanning the stretch from the entrance of Chesapeake Bay to the southeastern tip of Florida, the research offers vital insights into the complex factors driving coastal processes in the region.
Paranannizziopsis spp. infections in wild snakes
By award@contractor.usgs.gov from All News. Published on Apr 29, 2024.
A new publication (Lorch et al. 2023) has found that fungi in the genera Paranannizziopsis are found on wild snakes in the United States and Canada. The NWHC has developed a rapid PCR-based detection method for Paranannizziopsis to assist in pathogen screening and accurate diagnosis of the disease.
Idaho Hydrologic Update, April 2024
By trmerrick@usgs.gov from All News. Published on Apr 29, 2024.
April 2024 issue of the Idaho Hydrologic Update from the USGS Idaho Water Science Center.
Media Advisory: City of Pocatello, Idaho Silver Jackets to Dedicate New Portneuf River Flood Information Display
By trmerrick@usgs.gov from All News. Published on Apr 29, 2024.
The USGS Idaho Water Science Center and other members of the Idaho Silver Jackets will join Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad to dedicate a new flood information sign on the Portneuf River.
Open Opportunity: Resident Science Scholar
By annescott@usgs.gov from All News. Published on Apr 29, 2024.
Open Opportunity: Resident Science Scholar for the USGS Office of Tribal Relations
Thermal infrared remote sensing at Yellowstone 301: Thermal metrics
By mpoland@usgs.gov from All News. Published on Apr 29, 2024.
Is Yellowstone heating up, or cooling down? How much heat is radiating away from the surface in Yellowstone’s thermal areas, and how does it change with time? Thermal infrared remote sensing can provide estimates of these parameters.
Modeling the response of an endangered rabbit population to RHDV2 and vaccination
By award@contractor.usgs.gov from All News. Published on Apr 26, 2024.
Rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus type 2 (RHDV2), a Lagovirus in the family Caliciviridae, has caused substantial mortality in wild lagomorph (rabbit and hare) populations in North America. Researchers have been studying how management actions can help wild rabbit and hare populations respond to the virus.
Photo and Video Chronology — Webcam upgrades on the Southwest Rift Zone of Mauna Loa
By kmulliken@usgs.gov from All News. Published on Apr 26, 2024.
On April 24, HVO staff installed a new webcam and upgraded an existing webcam on the Southwest Rift Zone of Mauna Loa.
Plants as vectors for environmental prion transmission
By award@contractor.usgs.gov from All News. Published on Apr 26, 2024.
A new publication, Carlson, et al. (2023), demonstrated the ability of several crop species, including alfalfa and barley, commonly consumed by cervids and livestock, to uptake prions via their roots and translocate them to above-ground tissue.
