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Deployment of Buoy 44066-Texas Tower 4-June 19, 2009. In the course of duty, 28 air and service men lost their lives in the tower collapse during an unpredictable Atlantic Nor’easter off the Coast of Long Island while on duty aboard Texas Tower #4, on January 15, 1961.[url]
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MACOORA, the Mid-Atlantic Coastal Ocean Observing Regional Association, coordinates and facilitates observations of the ocean and estuaries between Cape Hatteras and Cape Cod as part of a national effort to improve scientific observations of our coastal oceans. MACOORA’s reach encompasses over 66 million people and five major estuaries.
The association’s objective is to engage and educate citizens and businesses about the value and importance of ocean observations to our daily lives and livelihoods. Our many successes have been a direct result of the dedication and vision of our volunteers, members, and leaders. (see MACOORA highlights) Membership is encouraged.
MACOORA’s research arm is the Mid-Atlantic Regional Coastal Ocean Observing System (MARCOOS), an integrated system of buoys, radar, gliders and other technologies. Key areas of concern include Coastal Inundation, Maritime Safety, Ecosystem Decision Support and Water Quality. Ocean observations are also critical in the discussion of alternative energy, offshore energy, and climate change. Benefits from MARCOOS include providing faster and more precise management tools for port management, search and rescue, power utility restoration, reservoir, storm and waste water management and local and state regulation of beaches and fisheries.
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Funding opportunities, June through September 2009 click here (pdf)
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