What is Storm Quicklook?
From NOAA NOAA’s Storm QuickLook Provides Near Real-Time Ocean and Meteorological Conditions During a Tropical […]
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BORED TO DEATH: rivers that kill
By Scott A. Rowan Yes, you can get bored to death. Don’t worry, however, you […]
What is Ocean Acidification?
Ocean acidification refers to a reduction in the pH of the ocean over an extended […]
What is the difference between a hurricane, a cyclone, and a typhoon?
The only difference between a hurricane, a cyclone, and a typhoon is the location where […]
What is the difference between a hurricane watch and warning?
A warning means that hurricane conditions are expected whereas a watch means that conditions are […]
What is a hurricane?
A hurricane is a type of storm called a tropical cyclone, which forms over tropical […]
What is PORTS? (Physical Oceanographic Real Time System)
PORTS® stands for Physical Oceanographic Real Time System. NOAA PORTS® is an information system that […]
What is hydrography?
Hydrography is the science that measures and describes the physical features of bodies of water. […]