Sargassum outlook update, by USF Optical Oceanography Lab-September 30, 2019 update
Caribbean Ocean Observing System (CARICOOS)
Published: 1 October 2019
In September 2019, Sargassum levels dropped sharply across the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, and Atlantic, with totals down to ~3 million tons. Minimal beaching is expected in October, though slight increases may occur later due to eastern Atlantic activity.
Keywords: Sargassum, 2019 bloom, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, beaching events, SaWS, Atlantic Ocean
2019 Underwater Gliders Successfully Recovered
Caribbean Ocean Observing System (CARICOOS)
Published: 9 December 2019
As the 2019 hurricane season ended, six NOAA AOML underwater gliders were recovered from the Caribbean and Atlantic. These gliders collected key ocean data to improve hurricane forecasts and will be prepared for redeployment next season.
Keywords: underwater gliders, hurricane forecast, CARICOOS, NOAA AOML, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean, ocean data
How waves propagate in coral reefs?
Caribbean Ocean Observing System (CARICOOS)
Published: 16 January 2020
CARICOOS, UPRM, and USGS installed wave gauges at Tres Palmas Marine Reserve to study a major wave event and improve understanding of wave impacts on coral reefs, aiming to enhance coastal hazard forecasting and resilience.
Keywords: wave gauges, CARICOOS, UPRM, USGS, Tres Palmas, coastal flooding, coral reefs
