Experimental Weekly Sargassum Inundation Report (SIR v1.2) By the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the University of South Florida (USF)
Caribbean Ocean Observing System (CARICOOS)
Published: 19 June 2020
Since 2011, Sargassum blooms have posed growing threats in the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico. The Sargassum Inundation Reports (SIR) use satellite data to predict coastal inundation risk levels, helping guide environmental and public health responses.
Keywords: Sargassum, inundation risk, AFAI, NOAA, USF, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
CARICOOS needs assessment: an opportunity to expand ocean-based observations, forecasts and services in the US Caribbean region.
Caribbean Ocean Observing System (CARICOOS)
Published: 28 July 2020
CARICOOS conducted a needs assessment survey among 206 coastal users in PR and the USVI to inform its 5-year Strategic Plan. Users prioritized tools for beach safety, sargassum alerts, and extreme weather. Next, CARICOOS will assess sargassum impacts.
Keywords: CARICOOS, needs assessment, coastal users, sargassum, beach safety, strategic plan, Puerto Rico, USVI
The Ocean Acidification Buoy is currently getting its annual maintenance.
Caribbean Ocean Observing System (CARICOOS)
Published: 8 September 2020
CARICOOS researchers recovered and maintained the ocean acidification buoy at Cayo Enrique, La Parguera. This NOAA-supported buoy monitors reef-related ocean chemistry changes to better understand impacts on coastal ecosystems.
Keywords: ocean acidification, CARICOOS, La Parguera, NOAA, buoy maintenance, coral reefs, coastal monitoring
