SoundHAB: Ecology ’s May 14th: “EYES OVER PUGET SOUND”

[Christopher Krembs]

Extensive algae blooms, surface debris and foam lines behind ships.

http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/eap/mar_wat/eops/

Surface condition report from May 14th, 2012 is now available. The pdf document is around 5 MB, upload times may vary.
The pdf document has clickable navigation links. 

Note: If you wish to have access to images right after the flight please send an e-mail to ckre461 at ecy.wa.gov and I put you on a pre-release alert list that has a ftp link to all images.

Dr. Christopher Krembs
Senior Oceanographer, Marine Monitoring Unit
Environmental Assessment Program
Washington State Department of Ecology
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EOPS goals:

We provide timely and spatially nested information on visible surface features in Puget Sound to improve temporal and spatial context. We deliver information on surface conditions in Puget Sound within 2 days of aerial observation. 
EOPS material supports awareness, education, and inspires others.

A cost effective environmental news product:

We use routine empty transit flights between Kenmore Airbase and Olympia to document current marine surface conditions by camera. We supplement the information with satellite images, en route ferry, weather and mooring data.

Aerial photography:

If you would like to see all pictures from the flights, go to ftp://www.ecy.wa.gov/eap/Flight_Blog/latest_pictures/

We hope the images are inspiring and informative.

With best regards,

Christopher and the Marine Monitoring Unit

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