CARICOOS-Virgin Islands
Experimental Weekly Sargassum Inundantion Report by NOAA and University of South Florida- Status November 10-16, 2020
Experimental Weekly Sargassum Inundantion Report by NOAA and University of South Florida- Status October 13-19, 2020
Outlook of 2020 Sargassum blooms in the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico* September 30th, 2020, by the University of South Florida Optical Oceanography Lab
In September 2020, the overall Sargassum amount further decreased across most of the central Atlantic. Moderate amount was still observed in the Central West Atlantic and most of the eastern Caribbean Sea.
Experimental Weekly Sargassum Inundantion Report by NOAA and University of South Florida- Status September 15-21, 2020
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Sargassum Sub-Regional Outlook Bulletin – Sept 2020 Vol 1
CARICOOS CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
The Caribbean Coastal Ocean Observing System (CARICOOS) is seeking expressions of interest (EOIs) for collaborations on the operation, maintenance, enhancement, and outreach of the program. We welcome submissions from academic institutions, profit and non-profit organizations, and federal & state governments. EOIs to operate, maintain, and enhance our existing infrastructure, as well as pilot projects to… Read More
CARICOOS Boating app: an accessible and easy-to-use tool for boaters.
Recreational boating is a popular and enjoyable marine recreation activity for many people in the CARICOOS region. However, in order to minimize risks, boaters need easy access to sea state conditions that can help them make suitable decisions. Taking into account this need, and given CARICOOS success with PA’ LA PLAYA app, a market analysis… Read More
Outlook of 2020 Sargassum blooms in the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico* August 31st, 2020, by University of South Florida Optical Oceanography Lab
The maps below show Sargassum abundance, with warm colors representing high abundance. In August 2020, the overall Sargassum amount continued to decrease across the central Atlantic. Large amount of Sargassum was still observed in the Central West Atlantic (CWA, i.e., the region east of the Lesser Antilles in the maps below), the Central East Atlantic… Read More
Experimental Weekly Sargassum Inundantion Report by NOAA and University of South Florida- Status August 11-17, 2020
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