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The USGS collects critical information about storm tides, one of the most serious hurricane threats to people and infrastructure

The USGS collects critical information about storm tides, one of the most serious hurricane threats to people and infrastructure

The 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30. Throughout the season, the U.S. Geological Survey will be providing science...

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Pop quiz on hurricanes!

Pop quiz on hurricanes!

As the nation enters hurricane season, test your knowledge on coastal storms with this short quiz!

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The 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season is here

The 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season is here

The 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30. Throughout the season, the U.S. Geological Survey will be providing science...

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New science informs extent of hexavalent chromium groundwater plumes in Hinkley Valley

New science informs extent of hexavalent chromium groundwater plumes in Hinkley Valley

In a new study released today, scientists mapped the extent of human-introduced hexavalent chromium, a known carcinogen under specific circumstances...

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Nueva ciencia informa la extensión de las columnas de agua subterránea de cromo hexavalente en el valle de Hinkley

Nueva ciencia informa la extensión de las columnas de agua subterránea de cromo hexavalente en el valle de Hinkley

En un nuevo estudio publicado hoy, los científicos mapearon la extensión del cromo hexavalente introducido por el hombre, un carcinógeno conocido bajo...

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USGS Office of International Programs team reconnaissance trip to Itaipu Binacional, Brazil and Paraguay

USGS Office of International Programs team reconnaissance trip to Itaipu Binacional, Brazil and Paraguay

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Office of International Programs team of Joel Groten (Upper Midwest Water Science Center), Molly Wood (Water Mission...

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Hydrologist Joel Groten speaks at the United Nations 2023 Water Conference

Hydrologist Joel Groten speaks at the United Nations 2023 Water Conference

Joel Groten attended and presented at the United Nations (UN) 2023 Water Conference. It took place at UN Headquarters in New York City from March 22...

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Water Levels to be Measured in 1,400 Southern Idaho Wells

Water Levels to be Measured in 1,400 Southern Idaho Wells

Water levels to be measured in 1,400 southern Idaho wells

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The Past, Present and Future of USGS Streamgages

The Past, Present and Future of USGS Streamgages

U.S. Geological Survey streamgages provide vital information to the public and decision-makers for a diverse set of needs.

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President Proposes Nearly $1.8 Billion for USGS Science in FY 2024

President Proposes Nearly $1.8 Billion for USGS Science in FY 2024

Science investments focus on landscape-scale issues, natural disasters and critical minerals while preparing tomorrow’s workforce

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El USGS Selecciona la Cuenca del Río Trinity-San Jacinto para estudiar los impactos del cambio climático y la variabilidad del nivel del mar

El USGS Selecciona la Cuenca del Río Trinity-San Jacinto para estudiar los impactos del cambio climático y la variabilidad del nivel del mar

RESTON, Va. - El Servicio Geológico de Estados Unidos (USGS) ha seleccionado la cuenca del río Trinity-San Jacinto, en Texas, como la última ubicación...

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USGS Selects Trinity-San Jacinto River Basin to Study Impacts of Climate Change, Sea Level Variability

USGS Selects Trinity-San Jacinto River Basin to Study Impacts of Climate Change, Sea Level Variability

RESTON, Va. — The U.S. Geological Survey selected the Trinity-San Jacinto River Basin in Texas as the latest location for an in-depth examination of...

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