Challenges in Hurricane Wind Speed Calibration and Validation Metrics
Need for accurate extreme wind measurements is crucial for various applications like hurricane tracking, climate monitoring, and oceanography. This includes reliance on dropsondes for wind speed calibration, validation metrics using multiple methods, and challenges in integrating different sources o
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Tsunamis in the POLA and POLB: Wave Interactions and Considerations
Tsunamis' impact on harbors like POLA and POLB, including wave interactions with moored ships and land-side facilities. Explore the response of harbors to wave-induced oscillations, velocity considerations, and tsunami sources. Insights into historic far-field tsunamis and Southern California bathym
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Seafarers Access to Maritime Facilities Proposed Rulemaking
Proposed rulemaking requires facility owners/operators to provide timely access to transit for individuals associated with vessels moored at the facility. Covered individuals include seafarers, pilots, welfare organization representatives, and others as per security arrangements. Access methods enta
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Annual Report of South West Pacific Hydrographic Commission
The annual report by Samoa, an Associate Member State of the South West Pacific Hydrographic Commission, highlights key achievements, challenges, and progress in hydrographic activities. Main achievements include the endorsement of an MOU with LINZ in 2018 and preparation of H Notes on buoys. Challe
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Update on Anchored Fish Aggregating Devices Activities
Activities related to anchored fish aggregating devices (AFADs) including advisory support, training workshops, development of tablet applications, and progress on safety at sea and small craft legislation. Initiatives include weather/acoustic buoys and exploring new fishing methods for underutilize
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Explanation and Operation of New Rules in Racing Competitions
The new rule changes in racing competitions introduce time penalties as an option for breaking rules, in addition to disqualification. Competitors must adhere to fair racing practices to avoid disqualification or time penalties. Various scenarios like missing turn buoys, collisions, and wash hanging
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Division of State Lands 2018 Fee Review Workshop Overview
The Division of State Lands in Nevada holds title to Sovereign Lands in trust for the people, allowing for navigation, commerce, fishing, and recreational activities. Senate Bill No. 512 mandates fees for the use of state lands, with the State Land Registrar determining reasonable amounts based on f
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Deciphering Climate Variability Through Ocean Buoys Data Collection
Ocean buoys like TAO/TRITON provide valuable data on climate variability by measuring various parameters like sea-surface temperature, wind speed, humidity, and subsurface temperatures. Anomalies from normal conditions help identify patterns over time, aiding in understanding climate changes. Mainta
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