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People of the Pacific, voices called for at Paris ocean summit
Polynesian Voyaging Society’s CEO Nainoa Thompson, and renowned Oceanographer Sylvia Earle, called for an SOS at a Paris ...
Gray whales are dying off the Pacific Coast again, and scientists aren't sure why.
Gray whales are dying in large numbers, again. At least 70 whales have perished since the start of the year in the shallow, ...
Japan issues urgent MEGAQUAKE warning: Impending disaster could kill 300,000 people, experts predict - with huge tsunami waves reaching 100ft
The Japanese government has issued an urgent warning over the catastrophic damage which could be caused by an impending ...
Japan issues warning over MEGAQUAKE that could kill 300,000 people
The Japanese government has issued an urgent warning over the catastrophic damage which could be caused by an impending ...
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You Haven’t Explored Oregon You’ve Visited This Secret State Park
Shore Acres State Park in Coos Bay isn’t just another pretty face in Oregon’s lineup of natural wonders—it’s the coastal equivalent of finding an unexpected twenty in your winter coat pocket.
Pacific Coast beaches experiencing increased risk of sneaker waves, rip currents
The NWS warns that sneaker waves can reach much further up beaches and over rocks and jetties than expected. These waves can ...
Consecutive El Niños are happening more often and the result is more devastating, research suggests
El Niño, a climate troublemaker, has long been one of the largest drivers of variability in the global climate. Every few ...
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5 therapeutic coastal trails in San Francisco for your mood
Discover how San Francisco’s coastal trails, like Muir Woods and Ocean Beach, heal hikers with nature’s calming power and ...
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Rising seas test defenses of South American ports
The state-run port, which handles 1.7 million containers annually, is frequently lashed by swells several meters high as ...
5 times Tsunamis shook the world in the past
It also brings to mind some of the deadliest tsunamis in history– disasters that caused huge loss and destruction around the ...
The world's most powerful ocean current could slow by 2050
The ocean is a vital part of our planet's climate system. Through its global circulation patterns, the ocean draws vast ...
Smooth Sailing on the Ocean Explorer: Navigating the Turbulent Drake Passage
The Drake Passage, notorious for its rough waters, serves as the maritime link between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. With the potential for extreme weather conditions, it poses a unique challenge ...