Chesapeake Bay Hurricane Irene Storm Damage
As of August 26, 2011, residents of the Chesapeake Bay region remained on high alert as hurricane warnings were in effect for parts of the bay. The forecast for Hurricane Irene includes heavy winds,...
View ArticleEffects of Hurricane Sandy
According to U.S. Coast Guard 5th District, Chesapeake Bay mariners could face a number of challenges as a result of Hurricane Sandy. Although the immediate threat of strong winds and rain has passed,...
View ArticleChesapeake Bay River Flows Following Hurricane Sandy
River flows following Hurricane Sandy will be lower than those recorded after Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee, according to preliminary data released by the U.S. Geological Survey. Flows in the...
View ArticleSalt Marsh Erosion Research
Waves from moderate storms, rather than violent events such as hurricanes, inflict the most loss on coastal wetlands, according to a study by Boston University and the United States Geological Survey....
View ArticleKnow Your Zone Virginia Coastal Hurricane Evacuation Zone Plan
The Commonwealth of Virginia has released a new system of tiered hurricane evacuation zones for coastal Virginia. The “Know Your Zone” evacuation plan was designed to enhance current evacuation plans,...
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