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Cool discovery: OSU ice core study reveals more about climate change
2+ hour, 56+ min ago (918+ words) Julia Marks-Peterson: Oh, it's so great to be here. Dunne: You co-led a study about climate records as seen in ice samples. Tell us generally what your study found. Marks-Peterson: I am part of a large science and technology center…...
Oregon’s sea level forecasts more accurate than many around the globe, scientist says
2+ week, 1+ day ago (664+ words) A recent study in the scientific journal Nature says many forecasters are underestimating how much sea level will rise due to climate change in the years ahead. But predictions for the Oregon Coast are much more accurate than in some…...
Oregon Hazards Lab at the University of Oregon uses ground-breaking seismic sensors for early earthquake detection
8+ mon, 3+ day ago (1073+ words) In a warehouse near the University of Oregon campus, Dylan Whitney is looking for materials to take on a hike. But his packing list doesn't resemble what a person might typically bring along for a day in the great outdoors....
Experts: On Great ShakeOut Day, learn best practices for earthquake safety
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (139+ words) Thousands of Willamette Valley residents are set to "drop, cover, and hold on" for the Great Oregon ShakeOut earthquake drill on Thursday at 10:16 a.m. Emergency Management officials advise everyone to learn safety guidance and practice what to do if you feel…...
University of Oregon included in grant to create an interdisciplinary geo-hazards center
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (242+ words) The University of Oregon has been chosen as a hub to study post-fire landslides, hurricane-induced flooding, and related natural disasters. It's part of a five-year, $15 million National Science Foundation grant that was recently announced. UO Professor of Earth Sciences Josh…...
What to know about Salem’s water emergency and what’s being done to prevent it
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (1542+ words) First things first: Just because the City of Salem declared a drinking water emergency doesn't mean there's an immediate crisis. The water in Salem is clean and safe to drink. "The emergency declaration," explained Jason Pulley, the utility planning manager…...
Salem approves emergency declaration over drinking water
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (566+ words) The Salem City Council unanimously approved an emergency declaration Monday night to help it prepare for a potential drinking water shortfall next year. The reservoir supplies water to the North Santiam River, which is the city's main source of drinking…...
City of Siletz first in Lincoln County to restrict water use due to drought conditions and river levels
8+ mon, 2+ day ago (340+ words) This story was originally published on LincolnChronicle.org and is used with permission." The city of Siletz declared emergency water restrictions Friday due to ongoing drought conditions and record low levels in the Siletz River where the municipality draws its…...
Mapleton water and sewer utilities announce merger plan
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (330+ words) The nonprofit Mapleton Commercial Area Owners Association, which runs wastewater services. plans to dissolve and hand over control of its operations to the government-run Mapleton Water District in a move the two groups are calling a merger. A media release…...