national oceanic and atmospheric administration

As Trump’s Policies Worry Scientists, France and Others Put Out a Welcome Mat

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As Trump’s Policies Worry Scientists, France and Others Put Out a Welcome Mat

Just hours after opening its new program for American researchers called Safe Place For Science in reaction to Trump administration policies, Aix Marseille University received its first application. Since then, the university in the south of France known for its science programs, has received about a dozen applications per day from what the school considers … Read more

High Tide Flooding: How will the flooding outlook be in coming years?

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High Tide Flooding: How will the flooding outlook be in coming years?

Coastal communities across the U.S. continued seeing record-setting high-tide flooding in 2019 (Representative image/ Reuters) High-tide flooding is increasingly becoming common due to years of relative sea level rise. It is often referred to as “nuisance” or “sunny day” flooding as well. High flooding occurs when tides reach anywhere from 1.75 to 2 feet above … Read more