A new study finds that rising seas will bring in the second half of this century frequent flooding at elevations now only inundated once in every 100 years.
Report: Record Warming in 2014
A new report compiled by NOAA’s Center for Weather and Climate shows 2014 was the warmest year on record with sea levels and greenhouse gases at new highs.
Google News Adds CRO Content
Users of Google News can now find links to Coastal Review Online content in their personalized news feeds.
“Showing Dominance”
Photographer Jim Snyders captured this image, “Showing Dominance,” in May on Carrot Island near Beaufort.
Court Rejects State’s EPA Rule Challenge
A U.S. appeals court has dismissed the state’s challenge of a 2010 EPA rule that limits fine-particle pollution from industry, autos and power plants.
“Bird in Flight”
Photographer David Galyon captured this image, “Bird in Flight,” on Taylors Creek in Beaufort.
“Morning Shadows”
Photographer Jim Snyders captured this image, “Morning shadows,” near the 6800 block of Emerald Isle.
Oil Prospects vs. Tourism Reality
Coastal N.C. residents worry that promises of economic benefits from offshore oil and gas aren’t worth the risks to their proven, primary industry: tourism.
New Science Panel to Advise Bureau
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management is partnering with the National Academies to form an advisory committee for offshore energy environmental studies.
Report: Animal Farms Affect Streams
A U.S. Geological Survey study found that 58 percent of watersheds in the N.C. Coastal Plain where swine or poultry farms are located show measurable differences in water quality.
Lawsuit seeks Atlantic seabird protection
The Center for Biological Diversity has sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service demanding endangered species protections for the black-capped petrel.
“Finding Dinner”
Photographer Jody Merritt captured this image of a sanderling feeding along the beach at Fort Macon State Park.
State: Avoid Attracting Sharks
N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries asks fishermen and swimmers to take steps to avoid attracting sharks to areas and at times when people are swimming.
Park Service to Change Buffers
The National Park Service announced Tuesday a plan to modify wildlife-protection buffers at Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
Elected Officials Praise Bridge Deal
State and local elected officials praised the settlement agreement that allows the long-delayed Bonner Bridge replacement project to move forward.
“Night Moves”
Photographer Gladys Buzzell captured this image during a sunset drive through Beaufort on a cold and windy winter evening.
