Louisiana’s coastline is facing a growing threat from rising seas, sinking land and disappearing wetlands, according to a Tulane University scientist who joined the latest episode of Tidal Flooding Talk.

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dynamic workshops. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to learn more!

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Emergency manager and Meteorologist Ashley Morris (Gillespie County, TX) explains how local forecasts, honest uncertainty and stronger disaster planning can save lives. She also reveals why warning people about every worst-case scenario may cause them to tune out when real danger approaches—and what officials can do differently.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Ashley Morris and her background
02:04 Ashley’s early interest in weather and meteorology
04:01 Differences in emergency management between urban and rural areas
06:12 Effective weather communication and community engagement
08:07 Communicating uncertain weather risks and high-impact events
10:07 Tools and technology for flood response and mitigation
12:11 The importance of local emergency management capacity
14:01 Funding, training, and infrastructure for disaster preparedness
16:13 Public education and the role of community involvement
18:02 The significance of mitigation grants and infrastructure investments
20:06 Flooding events in Texas and emergency response strategies
22:03 Collaboration between meteorologists and emergency managers
24:00 The role of AMS and professional development in emergency management
26:03 Challenges of flood response in rural communities
27:59 Travel tips for West Texas and local attractions
29:07 Final thoughts and emergency management awareness month

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dynamic workshops. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to learn more!

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/

In this episode, we explore ocean heat waves, climate attribution science, and the impact of El Nino on global weather patterns with meteorologist Shell Winkley from Climate Central. Discover how climate change influences ocean temperatures, heat waves, and extreme weather events.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Ocean Heat Waves and Climate Science

388:52:05 What is a Climate Shift Index and How Does It Work?

705:32:09 Attribution Science and Its Role in Understanding Climate Change

15916:39:00 Sea Surface Temperatures and Their Significance

31666:39:22 El Nino and Its Impact on Global Climate

36361:06:12 Future Tools and Resources for Climate Analysis

48194:26:36 Final Thoughts and Wrap-up

Resources

Climate Central - Climate Shift Index - https://csi.climatecentral.org

Sea Level Rise and Flooding Tools - Climate Central - https://climatecentral.org

Climate Change and Ocean Temperatures - NOAA - https://www.noaa.gov

El Nino Explained - NOAA - https://www.noaa.gov

Book: The Uninhabitable Earth by David Wallace-Wells - https://www.amazon.com/Uninhabitable-Earth-Dangerous-Future-Climate/dp/0525576703

Join us as we explore the innovative ReBeach project in Oceanside, California, with program manager Jamie Timberlake. Discover how coastal resilience efforts are transforming beaches, benefiting communities, and setting examples for other regions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the ReBeach Project in Oceanside

324:55:26 Background and Coastal Challenges in Oceanside

8194:22:16 The Design Competition and Innovative Solutions

13583:16:08 Differences Between ReBeach and Traditional Nourishment

19944:23:41 Community Support and Public Reaction

283055:31:47 Funding and Cost of the ReBeach Initiative

333333:18:41 Replicability and Regional Impact of the Project

397777:45:39 Effects on Surfing and Beach Recreation

480555:32:45 Future Plans and Expansion of Coastal Resilience Efforts

549722:13:20 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

resources

ReBeach.org - https://rebeach.org

American Coastal Coalition - https://americancoastalcoalition.org

Save Oceanside Sand - https://saveoceansidesand.org

Meteorologists Joe Martucci and Dan Skeldon talk with Daniel Brown of the National Hurricane Center about the heart of hurricane season. Learn why one storm can define a season, how forecast cones and inland alerts are improving, what the new mobile site offers, and how drones and better data are shaping hurricane forecasts and preparedness.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and guest introduction

163:50:45 Hurricane season overview and current activity

347:10:46 Meet Daniel Brown from the National Hurricane Center

6388:50:55 Why hurricane activity increases in August and September

8805:31:02 Forecast numbers and the importance of preparedness

10111:04:23 El Nino's influence on hurricane activity

11999:57:47 Challenges of short-fused storm warnings

14888:51:16 New NHC forecast products and services

19583:18:12 Evolution of the forecast cone and recent innovations

25027:45:02 Introduction of the experimental 90% probability cone

27638:51:45 The process of testing new forecast tools

29527:45:08 Impact of forecast improvements on hurricane warnings

36777:45:31 NHC's new mobile website and social media outreach

480277:46:34 Daniel Brown's background and career in meteorology

503611:06:40 The importance of post-storm safety and community preparedness

525000:00:00 Hurricane season outlook for New Jersey and beyond

547222:13:20 Closing remarks and episode summary

Resources

Hurricanes.gov - https://hurricanes.gov

National Hurricane Center on X - https://twitter.com/NHC_Atlantic

Daniel Brown - LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/danielbrown

Weather Apps by Corey - https://weatherapp.com

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dynamic workshops. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to learn more!

In this episode, we explore the complexities of flood risk management, community buyouts, and the importance of community participation in flood mitigation strategies, featuring insights from Dr. Ivis Garcia and case studies from Harris County, Texas.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Summer Plans
02:48 Home Buyouts: Voluntary vs. Mandatory
05:36 The Impact of Communication on Buyouts
08:21 Community Engagement in Flood Decisions
10:41 Lessons Learned from Harris County's Buyout Program
13:24 Personal Experiences and Future Considerations

RESOURCES
Texas Appleseed - https://texasappleseed.org
Texas A&M University - Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning - https://tamu.edu
FEMA Flood Map Service Center - https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home
Blue Acres Program - New Jersey - https://www.nj.gov/dep/landuse/blueacres.html

In this episode, we explore the 2026 hurricane forecast with Dr. Levi Silvers of Colorado State University's Hurricane Research program! The strongest El Nino in years is helping to make 2026 a likely quiet year for hurricanes. However, it only takes one for it to be active near you.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Tidal Flooding Talk

02:58 Hurricane Season Overview

05:46 Colorado State University's Hurricane Forecast

11:29 Understanding Hurricane Activity and El Niño

13:31 Levi Silvers' Journey in Meteorology

21:57 The Journey to Hurricane Forecasting

23:59 CSU's Unique Approach to Hurricane Forecasting

27:23 Understanding Seasonal Hurricane Predictions

30:24 The Impact of El Niño on Hurricane Forecasting

33:13 Final Thoughts and Future Outlooks

Resources

CSU Tropical Weather Research Group - https://tropical.colostate.edu

Levi Silvers - Email - Levi.silvers@colostate.edu

NOAA Climate Data - https://www.noaa.gov/climate

El Nino Forecasts - NOAA - https://www.noaa.gov

Colorado State University - https://www.colostate.edu