The American Meteorological Society (AMS) has published a recap explaining extreme weather events during 2012 and an explanation for them based on a climate perspective. Explaining the cause of severe weather occurrences is a challenge, especially in the world climate change politics. The AMS has brought together 19 analyses, from 18 different research groups, to […]
Effects of an Alaskan Earthquake Generat...
A group of researchers has been exploring the potential effects of an Alaskan earthquake generated tsunami on the California coast. The collaboration between the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and California Office of Emergency Services has generated what they are calling a Science Application for Risk Reduction (SAFRR) Tsunami Scenario. […]
The Economic Impact of Alaska Seafood
A recently published study sponsored by the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute highlights the economic impact of Alaska seafood within the State, the Pacific Northwest and the country as a whole. Conducted by the McDowell Group, the report details direct, indirect and induced economic effects generated by the Alaska seafood industry. The McDowell Group also provides […]
Coast Guard Conducts Spilled Oil Recover...
Coast Guard personnel aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Hickory conducted Spilled Oil Recovery System training in Kachemak Bay near Homer, Wednesday. The annual SORS training, which included extensive classroom-based Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response education and the hands-on deployment of the vessel’s SORS equipment, is required by the Coast Guard in order to ensure […]
Alaska Coast Guard Labor Day Safety Noti...
An Alaska Coast Guard Labor Day safety notice has been prepared for the last big weekend of Summer. Petty Officer 2nd Class Brett Rielly, a Boatswain’s Mate at Coast Guard Station Juneau, shares tips for safe boating during the Labor Day weekend at the station pier. Boaters can prepare by bringing all the necessary safety […]
Alaska Wildfire Tornado or Firenado
Tim Whitesell, a firefighter for the Alaska Division of Forestry has posted a video of an Alaska wildfire tornado or firenado on YouTube. An example of extreme fire behavior, footage of the phenomenon highlights the high temperatures and severe wildfires being seen across Alaska this season. Fire tornadoes or fire whirls are generated by rapidly […]