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We talk to Bob Holmes about some of the recent flooding events occuring in the Midwest, how does a 500-year flood occur twice in 15 years, and what do the recent events have in store for folks downriver. (7:22) | Transcript/Links | Download directly (6.82 MB) (right-click to save) |
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Heavy rainfall across the Midwest has caused major flooding. USGS National Flood Specialist Bob Holmes gives us the latest information on the rising rivers and what the USGS is doing to respond. (5:22) | Transcript/Links | Download directly (4.99 MB) (right-click to save) |
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A roundup of the previous month's hazard-related events around the world, with some newsworthy tidbits. (3:45) | Transcript/Links | Download directly (3.51 MB) (right-click to save) |
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In this video podcast, USGS experts give preliminary observations on what took place during the high flow experiment. Time lapse videos and photos available. Play Video: (downloading may take some time due to file sizes) (8:23) | Transcript/Links | Download directly (18.28 MB) (right-click to save) |
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Dams don't help just by holding water back. By opening Glen Canyon Dam's jet tubes for a high flow experiment—scheduled to take place on March 5—scientists can study and improve resources in Grand Canyon National Park. Learn more by listening to our interview with John Hamill, USGS Grand Canyon Monitoring and Research Program Chief. Go to the bottom of the "Show Details" to see an amazing high-res image of Glen Canyon Dam releasing water. (12:55) | Transcript/Links | Download directly (11.90 MB) (right-click to save) |
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Three scientists talk about lesser-known topics that were brought to light in the media in 2007 by the USGS Science Picks, including the loss of coastal wetlands, leaping carp, and evolutionary teamwork. We also preview CoreFacts, the quick science Q & A we'll offer every weekday starting February 4th. Subscribe at www.usgs.gov.podcasts. (16:29) | Transcript/Links | Download directly (15.17 MB) (right-click to save) |
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USGS Hydrologist Tom Herrett gives us the skinny on the flooding in the Pacific Northwest and on how the USGS responds to such events. (9:45) | Transcript/Links | Download directly (9.00 MB) (right-click to save) |
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