Save the Date – CVO Open House 2025!
Save the Date - The USGS David A. Johnston Cascades Volcano Observatory will be hosting an Open House for the public on May 10, 2025! Get Our News These items are in the RSS feed format (Really Simple Syndication) based on categories such as topics, locations, and more. You can install and RSS reader browser extension, software, or use a third-party service to receive immediate news updates depending on the feed that you have added. If you click the feed links below, they may look strange because they are simply XML code. An RSS reader can easily read this code
Cost-benefit study confirms coral reef restoration could be a cost-effective way to save lives and money
Researchers developed a modeling system to quantify the value coral reef restoration could provide to 1,000 kilometers, or 621 miles, of coastline in Florida and Puerto Rico. The research compared how much flooding storms could cause with and without coral reef restoration at a 10 square meter, or 108 square feet, resolution. Researchers then determined how many people and how much property and economic activity reef restoration could protect by preventing coastal flooding. "Coral reefs are natural coastal barriers that can substantially reduce coastal flooding and erosion,” said Curt Storlazzi, lead author and research geologist from the U.S. Geological Survey.
Don’t Throw it Away: Tips to Save Family Treasures
Don’t Throw it Away: Tips to Save Family Treasures ATLANTA – Georgians who had family treasures, heirlooms, photos and books damaged during Tropical Storm Debby (Aug. 4--20) and Hurricane Helene shouldn’t throw them away just yet. They may be salvageable and expert advice is available to help. Here are some tips on how to save some of your family treasures: Flood water may be contaminated. Wear protective gloves, clothing and goggles. If an object is still wet, rinse it gently with clean water. If dry, remove silt and other foreign material with a soft brush or damp cloth. Air dry