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Featured Articles
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Toddville – A Place the Water Cannot Wash Away
Read more: Toddville – A Place the Water Cannot Wash AwayAs we turned out of Cambridge and continued south towards the unincorporated community of Toddville, the landscape slowly began to change. Strip malls and traffic lights disappeared behind us, replaced by narrow roads cutting through marshland and open water. Driving through the remote, low-lying waterways surrounding the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, I was struck by…
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Monitoring Tidal Flooding in the Chesapeake Bay Using Distributed Water Level Sensors
Read more: Monitoring Tidal Flooding in the Chesapeake Bay Using Distributed Water Level SensorsAbstract Tidal flooding is becoming more common in many Chesapeake Bay communities as sea level continues to rise and storm patterns change. Most coastal water-level measurements come from NOAA tide gauges, but these gauges are often spaced far apart. They may not capture flooding at a more local scale in smaller tributaries or neighborhoods. Because…
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Paul Emely: Crisfield Through His Eyes
Read more: Paul Emely: Crisfield Through His EyesPaul Emely has lived in Crisfield, Maryland, his entire life. He’s gone to school, raised a family, held a job, and retired locally to the area. Paul has cherished the many local gems, agriculture, history, and the various characteristics that make Crisfield so special. However, throughout his time in Crisfield, he has witnessed significant changes…
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Tropical Storm Debby Case Study
Read more: Tropical Storm Debby Case StudyWeather Events and Sea Level The Chesapeake Bay plays a vital socio-economic role in the surrounding region, contributing over $100 billion annually in economic benefits [Phillips and McGee, 2016]. However, the region faces increasing threats from sea level rise, extreme weather events, and climate change [Jay et al., 2023]. Rising sea levels and stronger storms…
Media Features
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New Flood Sensors Give Real-Time Data at Annapolis City Dock
View Feature: New Flood Sensors Give Real-Time Data at Annapolis City DockChesapeake Bay Magazine covered the new Hydronet sensor at Annapolis City Dock and how real-time water-level data can support scientists, emergency responders, boaters, and local communities.
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Charles Commissioners, Resilience Authority, Celebrate Maryland Hydronet Launch
View Feature: Charles Commissioners, Resilience Authority, Celebrate Maryland Hydronet LaunchCharles County highlighted the Maryland Hydronet launch and the early sensor network across Annapolis, Nanjemoy, and Newburg.
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UMD Leads Maryland Hydronet Flood Water Sensor Project
View Feature: UMD Leads Maryland Hydronet Flood Water Sensor ProjectThe University of Maryland College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences featured Maryland Hydronet’s work to expand real-time flood and water-level sensor coverage across Maryland communities.
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Sea-Level Sensors Provide Flood Data in Annapolis, Md.
View Feature: Sea-Level Sensors Provide Flood Data in Annapolis, Md.Government Technology covered Maryland Hydronet’s City Dock demonstration and the role of compact solar-powered sensors in real-time sea-level monitoring.
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Anne Arundel County Hydronet Partnership Event
View Feature: Anne Arundel County Hydronet Partnership EventAnne Arundel County shared an event featuring the University of Maryland, the Resilience Authority, Annapolis, and county partners working together to support real-time water-level monitoring and coastal resilience.
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City of Annapolis & University of Maryland Deploy Water Level Monitoring System
View Feature: City of Annapolis & University of Maryland Deploy Water Level Monitoring SystemWhat’s Up? Media covered the deployment of Hohonu flood monitors in Annapolis and the broader effort to provide real-time data for flood preparedness and resilience planning.
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MARACOOS
We are deeply grateful to MARACOOS for their continued support in expanding Hydronet’s capacity to deliver real-time coastal water-level insights to Maryland communities. Their commitment to advancing ocean observing and coastal resilience has played a key role in strengthening our sensor network, improving data accessibility, and enabling students and researchers to work with high-quality environmental data. MARACOOS’s partnership has strengthened the foundation of Hydronet’s data infrastructure, ensuring our system remains reliable and accessible to the communities we serve.
UMD Grand Challenges
We also extend our sincere appreciation to the UMD Grand Challenges Program for empowering Hydronet to grow as an innovative platform dedicated to climate resilience. Through their support, we have been able to expand sensor deployment and more effectively connect data with on-the-ground community needs. The Grand Challenges initiative has made it possible for our team to collaborate across disciplines and develop solutions that address Maryland’s most pressing environmental challenges. Their investment in this project reflects a shared commitment to building a safe, more informed, and resilient future for all Maryland residents.
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