NOAA’s State of the Coast Web Site Launched

On March 10, NOS launched NOAA’s State of the Coast Web site. The Web site is a source for quick facts and more detailed statistics offered through 14 interactive indicator visualizations presented across four themes: Communities, Economy, Ecology, and Climate. Collectively this information highlights connections among a healthy coastal ecosystem, a robust U.S. economy, a safe population, and a sustainable quality of life for coastal residents. Visit stateofthecoast.noaa.gov to investigate changes in coastal population from 1970 to 2040; explore the impact coastal areas have on the U.S. economy; survey the overall health of the U.S. coast; and explore the vulnerability of our coasts to long-term sea level rise.