Outreach

by Administrator — last modified 2008-08-12 13:13

Various ways in which this project reaches out to the local communities

NOAA’s Office of Response and Restoration and Office of Coast Survey have collaborated to conduct side scan sonar surveys of near shore waters in Louisiana affected by hurricanes Katrina and Rita. This survey work creates maps and display products to provide mariners with more accurate and up-to-date navigation information.

The Office of Response and Restoration’s Marine Debris Program is working closely with Louisiana Sea Grant to implement a comprehensive outreach program to effectively disseminate survey results to the public using media releases, posters, and maps, as well as the project Web site. This audience includes, but is not limited to, recreational boaters, recreational and commercial fishers, local fishing communities, state agencies and any other interested parties throughout the region. This work is being conducted in partnership with the U.S. Coast Guard, FEMA, and multiple state agencies.

This outreach effort is ongoing with new products and materials being distributed frequently, so be sure to check back for additional content as the effort continues throughout Louisiana. Maps are available on the Web site for easy printing, but help is available if necessary. If you need assistance, please contact:

Paula Ouder
Louisiana Sea Grant College Program
(225) 578-6451
pouder@lsu.edu

Neal Parry
NOAA Marine Debris Program
(301) 713-2989, Ext. 206
neal.parry@noaa.gov

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