Join us as we explore ocean heat waves, their impact on climate, ecosystems, and coastal flooding, with expert Mari Bif, Assistant Professor, Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric and Earth Science, University of Miami. Discover how marine heat waves form, their connection to El Nino, and what they mean for our planet.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Ocean Heat Waves and Guest Introduction
355:31:10 The Impact of Ocean Heat Waves on Climate and Ecosystems
8333:17:55 Understanding Marine Data Collection and Monitoring Systems
18277:45:44 The North Pacific Marine Heat Wave and Its Significance
26472:12:36 Connection Between Ocean Heat Waves, El Nino, and Hurricane Season
336666:39:27 Effects of Marine Heat Waves on Ocean Ecosystems and Carbon Cycle
398055:33:00 Naming Marine Heat Waves and Their Duration
466666:39:50 Implications for Coastal Flooding and Future Climate Trends
531111:06:40 Final Thoughts and Follow-up Resources
Resources
University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science - https://srs.miamioh.edu/
FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) - https://fema.gov/flood-maps/communities
NOAA Ocean Observing System - https://oceanobservatories.org/
Research on Marine Heat Waves in Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists - https://thebulletin.org/
