The difference between soft and hard engineering
Posted: June 8, 2023
There are two types of coastal management techniques, hard engineering, and soft engineering. We explain the difference and highlight the main types below.
Posted: June 8, 2023
There are two types of coastal management techniques, hard engineering, and soft engineering. We explain the difference and highlight the main types below.
Posted: June 8, 2023
Have you ever wondered why whales and dolphins have to come to the surface to breathe? Unlike fish, whales and dolphins can’t breathe underwater. In fact, they are more like humans than fish when it comes to breathing. Both of these aquatic mammals have lungs for breathing air (which they do through what it is commonly known as a blowhole). Despite this inability to breathe underwater, these mammals, along with many others, are capable of holding their breath underwater for long periods of time.
Posted: June 7, 2023
In most cities, this simple rule could save your life. We call it the 48-hour rule, and it goes like this: In order to protect your health against recreational water illnesses, avoid contact with the water for at least 48-hours after a significant rain event.Think that sounds harsh?Some places suggest waiting up to 72 hours.
Posted: June 7, 2023
Have you ever bolted through the mandatory pool showers? Skipped the rinse-off area before you hit the beach? You’re not alone. More than 40% of people don’t shower before going swimming.