


USGS Ike damage assessments.
The USGS has posted before and after photos, here of the Bolivar Peninsula just east of Galveston. Maybe I should explain my posts on this–I believe that climate change and society’s reaction to it are among our most important environmental issues. And of...
Martian geomorphology and “sapping canyons.”
The European Space Agency has just released some stunning images of water-formed canyons on Mars. Here the canyon is about 4km deep. Lots of interesting information at ESA’s website here. This agency has a very friendly web presence with many beautiful images. A...
Grand Canyon flooding and geomorphology.
Here’s an excellent article on management of the Grand Canyon’s geomorphology from the Christian Science Monitor. I’ve had the pleasure of hearing Jack Schmidt (a key researcher in this effort). He’s a dynamic and fascinating speaker on river...