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Coastal Topography Data
January 31, 2012 | USGS
USGS has released a large number of coastal topography data sets for the eastern coast and Gulf of Mexico acquired using lidar technology. |
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25% of New England’s Natural Gas is LNG
January 19, 2012 | Energy Information Administration
Natural gas in the Northeast trades at premium prices compared to the rest of the United States due to pipeline constraints during periods of high demand in the winter. Liquefied natural gas has met over 25% of New England’s average daily natural gas demand since November 2010. |
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Mineral Clubs and Organizations Worldwide
December 30, 2011 | The-Vug.com
The-Vug.com has an impressive listing of mineral clubs organized by state. You might be surprised at how many clubs are listed and there is probably one that meets within a short drive of your home. |
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Roadside Geology Guides
December 11, 2011 | Geology.com Store
Since 1972 the “Roadside Geology” series has provided introductory information on the geology of states and small regions of the United States. The books provide a combination of maps, travel logs, photos and commentary for the geology that can be seen along highways or visited at parks and public viewing areas. They are popular with geologists and others who are interested in the Earth. |
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Wall Maps of US States
November 16, 2011 | Geology.com Store
Raven Maps are beautiful examples of shaded-relief wall maps that display the elevation of a state in vibrant colors. These large maps look great in a classroom, den or office. Use one to mark the locations of your work or company. |
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Hurricane Irene River Levels
September 1, 2011 | USGS
“Rivers and streams are reaching record levels as a result of Hurricane Irene’s rainfall, with more than 80 U.S. Geological Survey streamgages measuring record peaks.” Quoted from the USGS news release. |
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USGS Map
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Virginia Earthquake is Felt in 22 States Plus Washington, DC
August 23, 2011 | USGS
Earthquake waves travel very efficiently in the crust of the eastern United States. As a result the Magnitude 5.9 earthquake that occurred today in Virginia was felt in at least 22 states plus the District of Colombia. Ground shaking has been reported to the USGS and by news accounts in: New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Indiana, Georgia, Florida and Washington, DC. |
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Babesiosis: Another Tick Bite Infection
June 27, 2011 | New York Times
Although it is far less common than Lyme disease, babesiosis is another parasite infection, carried by ticks, that can cause serious illness and even death in humans. Numerous cases of babesiosis are currently being reported in New York and New England.
Related: Avoiding Ticks and Lyme Disease |
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Sturbridge, Massachusetts Tornado Track
June 7, 2011 | NASA Earth Observatory
“On June 1, 2011, a supercell thunderstorm developed over western Massachusetts. The storm produced an EF3 tornado that cut a 39-mile (63-kilometer) track of destruction across southwest and south-central Massachusetts. Not only did the long-lived tornado remain on the ground for many miles, but it also widened to roughly 0.5 miles (0.8 kilometers) in Brimfield State Forest. [...] This image shows part of the tornado track, including damage in Sturbridge.” Quoted from the Earth Observatory press release.
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Massachusetts Tornadoes
June 1, 2011 | CNN
At least 19 communities in western Massachusetts reported tornados on Wednesday evening. The storms damaged a large number of buildings and injured many people. |
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NOAA Image: Alexandrium fundyense
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New England Red Tide Forecast
April 25, 2011 | Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
“Scientists from the NOAA-funded Gulf of Maine Toxicity (GOMTOX) project issued an outlook for a moderate regional bloom of a toxic alga that can cause ‘red tides’ in the spring and summer of this year, potentially threatening the New England shellfish industry. However, there are signs this year’s bloom could be suppressed by recent changes in ocean conditions in the Gulf of Maine.” Quoted from the WHOI press release. |
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Windows Could Become Transparent Solar Cells
April 21, 2011 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
“The key technology is a photovoltaic cell based on organic molecules, which harnesses the energy of infrared light while allowing visible light to pass through. Coated onto a pane of standard window glass, it could provide power for lights and other devices, and would lower installation costs by taking advantage of existing window structures.” Quoted from the MIT news release |
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