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You're Right: It Is Cold Out There!
Early spring is a time of big changes on the Chesapeake Bay. One of the key indicators of the transition from winter to spring is water temperatures, which can warm rapidly, thanks in part to the sun’s higher angle.
Update on Annapolis Wind Readings
In recent weeks, the Annapolis CBIBS buoy has occasionally reported wind readings that do not appear to be reliable. For the most part, data from the buoy on wind speed and wind gusts are on target, but in high-wind scenarios, errant “spikes” have been observed.
New Video Highlights CBIBS as Innovative Use of Wireless Technology
Charter boat captains and meteorologists are highlighted as CBIBS users in a new video released by CTIA, The Wireless Association.
CBIBS's Wilson Honored by American Meteorological Society
Congratulations to Doug Wilson, who was recently presented the American Meteorological Society’s 2013 Francis W.
Winter Buoy Pulls, Buoy Maintenance Continue
Temperatures around the Bay are dropping—but that doesn’t mean the CBIBS field team is hibernating. This week, the CBIBS team partnered with the U.S.
Stingray Point Buoy Swapped in Routine Maintenance
On November 30, NOAA CBIBS technical staff joined the U.S. Coast Guard on board a buoy tender to completely replace the CBIBS Stingray Point buoy. NOAA, working with the Aids to Navigation Team from the U.S.
CBIBS Partners Launch Bay-Focused Apps
Two CBIBS partners have recently released free apps for smartphones to help people connect with the Chesapeake Bay in areas including locations near CBIBS buoys.
Sandy Drives High CBIBS Data Use
Hurricane/Superstorm Sandy affected the Chesapeake Bay area October 28-30, and CBIBS buoys tracked conditions on the water throughout the storm. Continuous data was in high demand during as Sandy passed near the Chesapeake:
Maintaining CBIBS Water-Quality Monitors: How Do They Do It?
CBIBS water-quality monitors play an important role in tracking the health of the Chesapeake Bay.
Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail Includes CBIBS Buoys
The new Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail, officially launched on July 30, includes 560 miles on land and water in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., and follows the path of the British invasion during the War of 18