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Our Coastal Network

IOOS data are a vital piece to providing safety for all mariners involved in marine transportation. Our IOOS regional buoys (NERACOOS) are relied on heavily to ensure operations can be completed safely and with no harm to the environment/crew/vessel. Being able to monitor this information from a distance is vital to all mariners from recreational to fishing to shipping.

IOOS is the stone in the stone soup. It serves as the foundation of our national coastal ocean observing capabilities. IOOS academic partners drive the scientific and technological progress that powers our economy.

I use IOOS regional data (GCOOS) for understanding the marine conditions in Tampa Bay and the Gulf to protect myself and my family from flooding, hurricane damage, red tides, and other hazards.

A primary function of our organization is to promote safe recreational boating. IOOS (GLOS) observations and forecasts are key to boating safety in the Great Lakes.

NANOOS is an invaluable partner and asset to the State of Oregon. The beach and shoreline monitoring data supports evidence-based efforts to maintain resilient and healthy communities through comprehensive coastal hazard mapping, understanding dynamic coastal systems, and sound planning practices.