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There's a lot going on at NOAA's National Ocean Service.
The 14,500 square foot Porites rus, a species of stony coral, is wider than the length of four school buses and could be more than 2,050 years old.
This Valentine’s Day season, you may be wondering whether undersea creatures can give their hearts away on the most romantic of holidays. While some may be seen as heartless others have more hearts than you might expect!
Last year, NOAA scientists and responders supported 167 maritime emergencies, ranging from oil spills and chemical releases to grounded vessels and large-scale marine debris events.
NOS recently installed a new water level station at Maryland’s Baltimore Harbor, replacing an existing temporary station. The station features a new water level sensor, meteorological tower, electronics, and will deliver high-quality data in real time for decades to come.
Abandoned and derelict vessels leach pollutants into marine ecosystems, endanger boaters, and block vital waterways. With NOS’s support, communities throughout the Gulf Coast are coming together to clean up their local waters.
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