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April’s moon and the perigean spring tides.

The next full Moon will be tonight (Tuesday, April 7th, 2020). The full Moon will be at perigee – the closest point in the Moon’s orbit to Earth, making it appear bigger and brighter in the sky. The gravitational pull of the moon and the sun cause tides. When the moon and the sun are… Read More

CARICOOS expand the kiosk network for the benefit of its current and future users.

This effort aims to reach a broader and diverse audience and promote the correct use of CARICOOS tools for decision-making. These tablets and TV screens are located in strategic places, known for its recreational maritime traffic, tourism opportunities, and educational experiences. The kiosks are located in Ponce Yacht and Fishing Club (Ponce, Puerto Rico), in… Read More

Outlook of 2020 Sargassum blooms in the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico* – March 2020

In March 2020, the Sargassum amount increased significantly across the central Atlantic. Large amount of Sargassum was observed in the Central West Atlantic (CWA, i.e., the region east of the Lesser Antilles in the maps below) and the Central East Atlantic (CEA). Large amount also appeared in most of the eastern Caribbean (up to 67oW… Read More