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FSU RESEARCH: STRONG STORMS OFTEN GENERATE EARTHQUAKE-LIKE SEISMIC ACTIVITY

October 15, 2019 sarah Jonas 0 Comments Earthquake, Hurricane, seismic activity

A Florida State University researcher has uncovered a new geophysical phenomenon where a hurricane or other strong storm can spark seismic events in the nearby ocean as strong as a 3.5 magnitude earthquake.

Research Results

Predicting a Hurricane’s Intensity Can Prove Difficult

September 27, 2019 sarah Jonas 0 Comments Forecast Accuracy, Hurricane

Many scientists have said that hurricanes are more intense than ever before – Cat. 4 or 5 storms used to be outliers, but today, it seems they are becoming the norm. Why?

That’s the question a research team that includes a scientist from Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography is working to answer – they are looking what contributes to the rapid intensification of storms.

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New satellite may make flood prediction easier

September 25, 2019 sarah Jonas 0 Comments Dorian, Flooding, Hurricane, Hurricane Aftermath

A satellite on schedule to launch in 2021 could offer a more comprehensive look at flooding in vulnerable, under-studied parts of the world, including much of Africa, South America and Indonesia, a new study has found.

Research Results

Mechanism Modeling for Better Forecasts, Climate Predictions

September 18, 2019 sarah Jonas 0 Comments Climate Change, Environment, Hurricane, Remote Sensing

Modeling currents together with wind and waves provides more accurate predictions for weather forecasts and climate scientists.

Expert Pitch

While much of the focus on #Dorian has been on the gale force winds, #stormsurge will play a huge role in the #hurricane’s catastrophic impact, says Prof @KyleMandli. Given Dorian’s current track, a widespread surge is expected from Fl to the Carolin

September 4, 2019 sarah Jonas 0 Comments Hurricane, Sea Level Rise

Feature

Disaster Mental Health Resources Available Now for Hurricane Response and Recovery

September 2, 2019 sarah Jonas 0 Comments Disaster, Hurricane

Catastrophic natural disasters, such as hurricanes, cause extreme disruption and can be distressful for individuals, families and communities. Those receiving assistance as well as those involved in disaster management efforts can be affected. The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences’ Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress has released 12 new resources to aid in the response and recovery efforts for affected communities.