You may be surprised to learn how much geography matters in our everyday lives. The ability to link maps digitally to information enables us to visualize and understand patterns and relationships around us. Geographic information systems, or GIS, provides this link.
NOAA 2019 tide tables are now available. NOAA tide predictions are used by both commercial and recreational mariners for safe navigation.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Day provides a forum for users of GIS technology to demonstrate real-world applications that are making a difference in our society.
The ocean may conjure images of beautiful waves, shipwrecks, and marine life. But strange things happen in the ocean as a result of weather and currents.
See when you may experience higher than normal high tides for the period of time between September and November 2018.
An unusually persistent harmful algal bloom (red tide) is currently affecting portions of Florida. Regional forecasts and frequently asked questions for the red tide are available for coastal community, public health managers.
During a walk along the coast, you will find many types of marine debris. In all that litter, there is one item more common than any other.
Tune in to our latest podcast interview with a NOAA expert from the Office of Coast Survey about the past, present, and possible future of unmanned systems.
View NOAA aerial imagery collected to assist in damage assessment in the aftermath of Hurricane Michael.
Plastic is everywhere: food wrappers, beverage bottles, grocery bags, straws, and take out containers. How did it all get there? Why is it a problem? What can we do?
Seasickness is a result of a conflict in the inner ear, where the human balance mechanism resides, and is caused by a vessel’s erratic motion on the water.
Explore how NOAA and partners are working to break down barriers to coastal access.
