From July 19 to August 3, Prince William Sound will be the setting for science at sea, as scientists from the Alaska Ocean Observing System and the Oil Spill Recovery Institute will evaluate the effectiveness of various forecast models in predicting wind, waves, and ocean circulation in Prince William Sound. The team will:
- deploy drifting buoys throughout the Sound to measure the speed and direction of surface currents, and measure how well the model predicts ocean conditions
- follow the tracks of buoys that mimic Coast Guard Search and Rescue targets and oil spill trajectories
- deploy autonomous vehicles to travel the Sound and collect data
Follow along as we report from the field!
Photo: This view of Jack Bay near Valdez, looking southwest into Valdez Arm, is typical of the Sound's intricate coastline. (Prince William Sound Science Center)
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