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Maine Cooperative Snow Survey
Maine Cooperative Snow Survey
Maine Cooperative Snow Survey

This video provides some background information and presents the general procedures associated with the Maine Cooperative Snow Survey.

 

This video provides some background information and presents the general procedures associated with the Maine Cooperative Snow Survey.

 

Midsection, ADCP, section by section, TRDI SxS Pro
Midsection, ADCP, section by section, TRDI SxS Pro
Midsection, ADCP, section by section, TRDI SxS Pro

In this video, we will briefly review how you register an ADCP in the TRDI SxS Pro software, enabling it for use. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

In this video, we will briefly review how you register an ADCP in the TRDI SxS Pro software, enabling it for use. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

Pre-measurement Tests in TRDI SxS Pro
Pre-measurement Tests in TRDI SxS Pro
Pre-measurement Tests in TRDI SxS Pro

In this video, we will highlight the necessary pre-measurement tests as part of a midsection ADCP measurement in TRDI SxS Pro. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

In this video, we will highlight the necessary pre-measurement tests as part of a midsection ADCP measurement in TRDI SxS Pro. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

Review of Midsection Method/Considerations with an ADCP
Review of Midsection Method/Considerations with an ADCP
Review of Midsection Method/Considerations with an ADCP

In this video, we will briefly review the midsection method and some considerations when using this method with an ADCP. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

In this video, we will briefly review the midsection method and some considerations when using this method with an ADCP. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

Setting up Communication in TRDI SxS Pro
Setting up Communication in TRDI SxS Pro
Setting up Communication in TRDI SxS Pro

In this video, we will review the process for setting up a connection between an ADCP and the TRDI SxS Pro software. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

In this video, we will review the process for setting up a connection between an ADCP and the TRDI SxS Pro software. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

Starting Edge Data Collection in TRDI SxS Pro
Starting Edge Data Collection in TRDI SxS Pro
Starting Edge Data Collection in TRDI SxS Pro

In this video, we will demonstrate how to collect a starting edge as part of a midsection ADCP measurement in TRDI SxS Pro. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

In this video, we will demonstrate how to collect a starting edge as part of a midsection ADCP measurement in TRDI SxS Pro. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

Piedra Herrada Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, Mexico
Piedra Herrada Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, Mexico
Piedra Herrada Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, Mexico

A group of monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) flying among the oyamel fir tree (Abies religiosa) forest at an overwintering site in the Piedra Herrada Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, Mexico.

A group of monarch butterflies (Danaus plexippus) flying among the oyamel fir tree (Abies religiosa) forest at an overwintering site in the Piedra Herrada Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, Mexico.

The Gold Rush and the 1906 Earthquake
The Gold Rush and the 1906 Earthquake
The Gold Rush and the 1906 Earthquake

The Gold Rush and the 1906 Earthquake: How they combined to create the breakthrough discovery of modern seismic science

The Gold Rush and the 1906 Earthquake: How they combined to create the breakthrough discovery of modern seismic science

Evidence of Absence
Evidence of Absence
Evidence of Absence

This is a recorded presentation describing a statistical software package called "Evidence of Absence" that can be used to provide evidence of compliance with incidental take permits.

This is a recorded presentation describing a statistical software package called "Evidence of Absence" that can be used to provide evidence of compliance with incidental take permits.

Midsection ADCP Measurements for Check Measurements
Midsection ADCP Measurements for Check Measurements
Midsection ADCP Measurements for Check Measurements

In this video, we will highlight the advantages of using an ADCP with the midsection method as a check measurement. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

In this video, we will highlight the advantages of using an ADCP with the midsection method as a check measurement. Note: Use of trade names is for descriptive purposes only, and does not imply endorsement by the USGS.

Magical Manatees
Magical Manatees
Magical Manatees

This video was shot in Three Sisters Springs at the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, Florida. The footage was captured using a GoPro while conducting health check-ups and taking photography for population research on Jan. 30, 2014.

This video was shot in Three Sisters Springs at the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, Florida. The footage was captured using a GoPro while conducting health check-ups and taking photography for population research on Jan. 30, 2014.

Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Cascading Flow Option
Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Cascading Flow Option
Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Cascading Flow Option

Presents descriptions of the USGS Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) cascading-flow computation option, which allows for reinfiltration across the land surface, shallow subsurface, and saturated zone
 

Presents descriptions of the USGS Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) cascading-flow computation option, which allows for reinfiltration across the land surface, shallow subsurface, and saturated zone
 

Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Soil Zone Modules
Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Soil Zone Modules
Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Soil Zone Modules

Presents descriptions of the USGS Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Soilzone module.
 

Presents descriptions of the USGS Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Soilzone module.
 

Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Streamflow Modules
Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Streamflow Modules
Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Streamflow Modules

Presents descriptions of the USGS Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) streamflow routing modules.
 

Presents descriptions of the USGS Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) streamflow routing modules.
 

Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Summary Modules
Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Summary Modules
Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Summary Modules

Presents descriptions of the USGS Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Summary modules.
 

Presents descriptions of the USGS Precipitation Runoff Modeling System (PRMS) Summary modules.
 

The Last Land: How humans changed erosion in Hawaii
The Last Land: How humans changed erosion in Hawaii
The Last Land: How humans changed erosion in Hawaii
  • Hawaii is one of the last habitable places on Earth reached by humans
  • From first Hawaiian arrivals c. 1000-1200 A.D. to now, humans have accelerated erosion
  • Dirty water threatens the economic and social assets of the Islands
  • Mapping, monitoring and modeling (M3) can focus cost-effective mitigation
  • Hawaii is one of the last habitable places on Earth reached by humans
  • From first Hawaiian arrivals c. 1000-1200 A.D. to now, humans have accelerated erosion
  • Dirty water threatens the economic and social assets of the Islands
  • Mapping, monitoring and modeling (M3) can focus cost-effective mitigation
Hydrography Webinar Series - Session 6
Hydrography Webinar Series - Session 6
Hydrography Webinar Series - Session 6

The USGS Hydrography Webinar Series shares success stories from users, provides information on The National Hydrography Dataset (NHD) and other related products, and provides a forum for users to learn more about Hydrography-related topics.

The USGS Hydrography Webinar Series shares success stories from users, provides information on The National Hydrography Dataset (NHD) and other related products, and provides a forum for users to learn more about Hydrography-related topics.

Early morning explosive event at Kīlauea summit lava lake
Early morning explosive event at Kīlauea summit lava lake
Early morning explosive event at Kīlauea summit lava lake

A rockfall on the east rim of the summit vent within Kīlauea Volcano's Halema‘uma‘u Crater triggered a small explosive event at 3:51 a.m., HST, on January 8, 2016. Explosive events like this occur more frequently when the lava lake level is relatively high, as it has been this past week—around 30-35 m (100-115 ft) below the vent rim.

A rockfall on the east rim of the summit vent within Kīlauea Volcano's Halema‘uma‘u Crater triggered a small explosive event at 3:51 a.m., HST, on January 8, 2016. Explosive events like this occur more frequently when the lava lake level is relatively high, as it has been this past week—around 30-35 m (100-115 ft) below the vent rim.

Large Rockfall at Halema`uma`u Crater
Large Rockfall at Halema`uma`u Crater
Large Rockfall at Halema`uma`u Crater

When large rockfalls impact the lava lake, they trigger explosive events that propel volcanic rock fragments (tephra) upward. This morning's event was vigorous enough to hurl incandescent fragments onto the rim of Halema‘uma‘u Crater, about 110 m (360 ft) above the lava lake surface.

When large rockfalls impact the lava lake, they trigger explosive events that propel volcanic rock fragments (tephra) upward. This morning's event was vigorous enough to hurl incandescent fragments onto the rim of Halema‘uma‘u Crater, about 110 m (360 ft) above the lava lake surface.

USGS Pollinator Research and Monitoring
USGS Pollinator Research and Monitoring
USGS Pollinator Research and Monitoring

The USGS Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center, located in the Northern Great Plains state of North Dakota highlights their current and ongoing research on land use and pollinator health.

The USGS Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center, located in the Northern Great Plains state of North Dakota highlights their current and ongoing research on land use and pollinator health.

Rockfall at Halema`uma`u Crater
Rockfall at Halema`uma`u Crater
Rockfall at Halema`uma`u Crater

This Quicktime movie shows the same rockfall as captured by the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory webcam perched on the rim of Halema‘uma‘u Crater. Note the fragments of molten lava flying toward the camera—just one of the hazards that led to the closure of this area.

This Quicktime movie shows the same rockfall as captured by the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory webcam perched on the rim of Halema‘uma‘u Crater. Note the fragments of molten lava flying toward the camera—just one of the hazards that led to the closure of this area.

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