Tag: COVID-19

News from Our Coasts (Week of 4/13/2020)

4/17/2020 - NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: US Harbors is now posting a weekly news summary of announcements and stories received from our coastal community. This is the first of our weekly posts, and includes timely information on what people who boat and fish should/should not do during the COVID-19 outbreak as well as… SEE MORE

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An Update from the Harpswell Harbormaster

4/17/2020 - Things in Harpswell are relatively quiet, except for the surge in trail usage around town. The waters are currently only being used by commercial fishermen, aquaculturist and folks who install docks and wharfs. Since many seafood markets have shut down, many commercial lobstermen and shellfish harvesters have begun selling direct… SEE MORE

https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/california/articles/2020-03-27/coronavirus-restrictions-rain-improve-la-area-air-quality

Photos of Clear-skied Los Angeles are Stunning: Is the Air Really Cleaner?

4/16/2020 - By Amy Graff. Gorgeous photos of clean-air views across Los Angeles have been popping up all over social media in recent weeks amid the coronavirus crisis. The city known for its gridlock traffic and choking smog that gives the air a brownish hue has been getting a lot of attention… SEE MORE

A compilation of NBC and Telemundo meteorologists working remotely from home. (Credit: NBC Universal)

Hundreds of America’s TV Meteorologists are Working from Home. Here’s How They Do It.

4/15/2020 - By Matthew Cappucci. The coronavirus crisis shaking the nation and the world has changed daily life in just about every way. The pandemic has entirely altered the way many industries operate. Even television stations have been forced to overhaul operations, with newscasts in some cases delivered entirely from the refuge of anchors’… SEE MORE

Coast Guard Makes Masks for Fight Against COVID-19

4/13/2020 - NORTH BEND, OR. -- Coast Guard aviation survival technicians, better known as rescue swimmers, undergo some of the most intense training available in any military branch. They are highly conditioned rescue and survival experts drilled to operate in a variety of adverse maritime environments. Rescue swimmers achieve proficiency in advanced skills such as helicopter… SEE MORE

News from Our Coasts (Week of 4/6/2020)

4/10/2020 - NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: US Harbors is now posting a weekly news summary of announcements and stories received from our coastal community. This is the first of our weekly posts, and includes timely information on what people who boat and fish should/should not do during the COVID-19 outbreak as well as… SEE MORE

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Lyman-Morse Lends a Hand Building Intubation Aerosol Boxes

Coastal News

4/9/2020 - THOMASTON – Lyman-Morse and its specialized business divisions are helping local healthcare workers on the front line against COVID-19 by building personal protective equipment (PPE). Lyman-Morse Technologies is building and donating Intubation Aerosol Boxes, which will protect nurses while intubating Covid-19 patients. Lyman-Morse Fabrication is building a metal structure for a similar purpose. Lyman-Morse… SEE MORE

Washington Fishing & Hunting Bans Extended Until May 4th

4/8/2020 - By Annette Cary. The state of Washington has extended its closure of fishing and hunting seasons through May 4, after reconsidering seasons on Monday. “We talked with multiple county health officials throughout the state and asked them what their advice would be and they’re telling us that, right now, this is what’s… SEE MORE

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CDC Recommended COVID-19 Household Checklist

Health & Safety

4/6/2020 - As a family, you can plan and make decisions now that will protect you and your family during a COVID-19 outbreak. Stay informed and in touch Get up-to-date information about local COVID-19 activity from public health officials Ask your neighbors what their plan includes. Create a list of local organizations… SEE MORE

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