New Scale to Characterize Strength and Impacts of Atmospheric River Storms
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 5 February 2019
Scripps researchers created a 1–5 scale for atmospheric rivers, factoring water vapor and duration to assess both benefits and hazards.
Keywords: atmospheric rivers, Scripps, weather scale, floods, water supply, West Coast
New Research Vessel Bob and Betty Beyster to Arrive at Scripps Institution of Oceanography Thanks to Private Support
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 21 February 2019
Scripps launched the 42-ft R/V Bob and Betty Beyster, funded by $1.2M in donations, for nearshore research, tech development, and student training.
Keywords: Scripps, research vessel, Beyster, nearshore science, philanthropy, student training
Seventy High-Tech Cameras Installed in Southern California Provide Eyes on Fire Prone Areas
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 27 February 2019
UC San Diego and partners expanded the ALERTWildfire network with 70 new cameras in SoCal, boosting early fire detection, situational awareness, and rapid response in high-risk areas.
Keywords: wildfire detection, ALERTWildfire, UCSD, cameras, SoCal
