Ocean Warming Is Impacting Fisheries Around The World
New research suggests that swift climate-adaptive management reforms can make it possible for fish to feed humans and generate income into the future.
Toxic Runoff At Issue As State Considers New Permit For Kaneohe Boat Facility
Some residents worry contaminated dust will continue to be a problem if maintenance operations start again.
NOAA: ‘The Reefs Weren’t Damaged, They Were Just Gone’
Scientists return from the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument after surveying the underwater aftermath of a major storm last year.
Some ‘Reef-Safe’ Sunscreens May Not Be Safe After All
Mineral-based sunscreens are viewed as an environmentally friendly alternative to chemical sunscreens, but could still be harmful in large concentrations.
Climate Change Is Making Hawaii’s Beaches More Dangerous
The effects of a rapidly warming planet have reshaped the work of lifeguards, emergency responders and health officials.
Maui Is Taking This Clean Water Legal Fight All The Way — Some Say Too Far
The Maui wastewater case has far-reaching ramifications for the nation’s rivers, lakes and oceans. And it’s headed to a conservative Supreme Court.
Drownings Are On The Rise As Tourism Surges In Hawaii
Lifeguards have bolstered their efforts and ocean safety officials are trying to figure out why snorkeling is so deadly for visitors.
Hawaii’s Longliners Could Soon Be Allowed To Catch 18 Million Pounds Of Tuna
Federal fishery managers recommended significantly increasing the amount of ahi that the fleet can catch.
Loss Of NOAA’s Primary Honolulu Ship A Setback For Research
Stationed on Oahu since 2004, the Hi’ialakai played a key role in monitoring deep-sea wildlife and cleaning up fishing debris.
Little-Used Boat Ramps, An Abandoned Marketplace, Rusting Ice Machines
In American Samoa, some locals say the Wespac fisheries fund projects have been a waste of money. They have more hope for a marina expansion currently in the works.