USC Sea Grant's Urban Tides Program invites individuals to visit the Southern California coast during extreme tide events and to take photos of the changing shoreline and any impacts on beaches or nearby communities. Extreme tides, particularly king tides, can help us identify current flooding hotspots and visualize what future sea level rise will look like for our coastline. Photos of these events help fill gaps in documenting coastal issues as well as identify areas of concern to assist in local planning and policy efforts.
Program name
University of Southern California Sea Grant
Location
California
State
California
Purpose
Urban Tides Initiative: we recruit, train and engage the public in helping to asses extreme high tides, especially in areas needing additional clarity for USGS modelers and city planners.
Project Topics
Flooding/Water Level
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