Summer along the coast means lots of sun, going to the beach and enjoying all the coast has to offer. But residents also know it means that dreaded time of the year: hurricane season. Preparing our personal response plans this year is complicated by...
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As the communicator for the Sea Grant Oil Spill Science Outreach Program, I assist the team’s specialists in getting answers about oil spills to the public through every available platform, including the ongoing summer webinar series. These events...
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Fishing along the northern Gulf Coast is great all year-round; however, most anglers would agree that fishing is at its best during the summer. By this point in the year, the northern Gulf of Mexico waters have warmed and the migratory fish species...
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It’s that time of the year again: hurricane season. Living on the coast makes us more vulnerable to hurricanes and other tropical storms. Luckily, nature has a tool to help us: our coastal wetlands! In addition to providing habitat for...
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If you are looking for a fun excuse to get outside, explore the Mississippi Coast and learn at the same time, I have just the trip for you! But first, did you see my Facebook live debut? On May 15, the Northern Gulf of Mexico Sentinel Site...
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During a hurricane, oil spill or pandemic, Sea Grant is not a formally recognized first responder. However, as a service-based organization, we do immediately adapt our program to assist others during times of crisis. The COVID-19 pandemic is no...
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