Boating, Fishing, and Travel Information for Big Coppitt Key, Waltz Key Basin, FL
Located in Monroe County, Big Coppitt Key is an island and part of a census-designated place (CDP) that includes nearby Geiger Key and Shark Key. The island is home to the Monroe County Fire/Rescue Station as well as the world-famous Bobalu’s Southern Cafe.
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US Harbors Launches Tide Station Pilot Project in Penobscot Bay, ME
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Winter Storm Whipping Northeast US with Snow, Thunderstorms
By Julie Walker. NEW YORK (AP) — A dangerous winter storm brought significant snowfall, strong thunderstorms and blustery winds to the northeastern U.S. on a holiday Monday. A foot (30 centimeters) or more of snow fell in parts of New York state, Ohio and Pennsylvania Sunday night through Monday morning,… SEE MORE
Researchers Develop Automated Method to Identify Fish Calls Underwater
An Oregon State University research team and collaborators have developed an automated method that can accurately identify calls from a family of fishes. The method takes advantage of data collected by underwater microphones known as hydrophones and provides an efficient and inexpensive way to understand changes in the marine environment… SEE MORE
Volcano Erupts in the Pacific, Triggering a Tsunami Advisory for the West Coast
An undersea volcano erupted in spectacular fashion near the Pacific nation of Tonga on Saturday, sending large tsunami waves crashing across the shore and people rushing to higher ground. A tsunami advisory was in effect for Hawaii and the U.S. Pacific coast. There were no immediate reports of injuries or… SEE MORE
