Coastal Change Hazards: Hurricanes and Extreme Storms

Hurricane Ike: Observations and Analysis of Coastal Change
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2008 Season Summary
This report summarizes the 2008 coastal-change observations and the implications for emergency and coastal-zone managers.
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One of the goals of the USGS Coastal and Marine Geology Program is a national assessment of coastal change hazards. Hurricanes provide a powerful force that generates dangerous waves and currents capable of moving large amounts of sand, destroying buildings and infrastructure, and reshaping our nation's coastline.  Our research focuses on understanding the magnitude and variability of the impacts of hurricanes and extreme storms on the sandy beaches of the United States. The overall objective is to improve the capability to predict coastal change that results from severe storms. Such a capability will support management of coastal infrastructure, resources, and safety.

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Science that Weathers the Storm: USGS Responds to Tropical Storm Gustav
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Podcast: Hurricanes and Extreme Storms and Coastal Hazards, Assessments, and Changes
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USGS Science: Before, During and After the Storm
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USGS Mendenhall Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
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2009 National Hurricane Conference
April 6-10, 2009, Austin, TX