While much of the Hurricane Ian recovery is focused on land, our partners at NOAA have been collecting data about what happened with the water, and assessing safety of the waterways. They have produced two story maps to share the results of these efforts. You can think of story maps as a slide show connected to a map. Kudos to NOAA and their network of partners including the US Coast Guard and US Army Corps of Engineers for doing this important work.
"Extreme Water Levels During Hurricane Ian" describes the path of the Hurricane and the resulting record high and low water levels across the state. NOAA’s Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services (CO-OPS) tracked water levels during the storm in real-time through the CO-OPS’ Coastal Inundation Dashboard. CO-OPS’ network of water level stations along the coast captured significant water levels at many locations, providing insight into the devastating impacts that Hurricane Ian had on the communities in its path.
"Hurricane Ian Response 2022" depicts the work of NOAA’s navigation response teams (NRT). These teams worked in coordination with the US Coast Guard and the US Army Corps of Engineers to determine if several waterways were safe for use following the hurricane. They conducted five surveys - two in the Tampa Bay area, one in Fort Myers, one in Capri Pass near Naples, and over the Franklin Lock and Dam.
We will host another Trolley Tour and Happy Hour on Friday, June 13th. You will board a trolley with other Innovation District partners and learn about the history and future plans for the area. This tour will feature stops at Albert Whitted Airport, Florida Institute of Oceanography, and The Dalí Museum. The tour will conclude back at the Hub with a networking happy hour.
The St. Petersburg Ocean Team is the premier consortium for marine science and related research, education and entrepreneurship in the Southeast. The Team is comprised of over 20 complementary firms, government entities, and institutions that are located near one another, many in the St. Pete Innovation District, that draw advantages from their proximity as well as the similarities between their workforce and vendor needs.
Join a professor, a student, and a quirky robot for a lively, unscripted conversation about AI, its promises, pitfalls, and everything in between. From ai-generated art to robot rebellions, this interactive talk will spark debate, challenge perspectives, and leave you wondering if your new robot friend is secretly plotting world domination.