Environmental News
Proposed Senate Bill Addresses Marine Flare Disposal Issue in California
SB 1066, The Marine Flare Producer Responsibility Act, is proposing a free-to-the-consumer program for safe and proper marine flare collection and disposal.
The Conflicting Interests Spinning in the Oakland Estuary Turning Basin
Plans to dredge the Oakland Estuary's inner and outer turning basins in order to accommodate larger ships faces conflicting environmental and economic interests.
Lauren Eisele: Up to Her Neck in Sea Level Rise and Sailing
Bay Area sailor Lauren Eisele adds planning for climate impacts to her busy schedule of teaching sailing and conducting sailing seminars.
Spade Rudders and the Gibraltar Orcas
The Gibraltar orcas have done it again — boat sunk off the coast of Morocco.
Hurricane Otis Devastates the Acapulco Waterfront
The damage from Hurricane Otis to the city and waterfront of Acapulco continues to be revealed.
Hurricane Otis Lands Near Acapulco as a Force 5 Hurricane
Hurricane Otis rapidly intensified before coming ashore near Acapulco.
Hurricane Norma Inflicts Damage on Mexico’s Boating Community
Many boats are sunk, damaged or up on the beach in La Paz after Hurricane Norma crossed the Baja Peninsula.
Hurricane Norma Headed to Cabo San Lucas
Hurricane Norma is now heading north, threatening marinas in Cabo, La Paz and the mainland.
Get Ready for Tomorrow’s Annular Solar Eclipse
An annular (not annual) solar eclipse is coming to town tomorrow.
Tropical Storms Lidia and Max Visit Mexico
Two tropical storms take aim at Mexico, with one potentially reaching hurricane strength.
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