Ocean and Human Health
NOS provides early-warning systems and forecasts for threats to human health and coastal economies. NOS collects integrated ocean and coastal observations. NOS monitors both natural and human impacts on ecosystems and provides tools and training to help coastal managers make good decisions about managing coastal and ocean resources.
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