Ghosts of the Coast
We are engaging citizen scientists to help document the formation of ghost forests on a larger scale. Their observations will help us better understand where ghost forests are being observed and what these locations have in common.
Read MoreKing Tides – South Carolina
The goal of the SC King Tides Initiative is to document the effect extreme tide events have on our state’s beaches, coastal waterways, private property and public infrastructure.
Read MoreSalt Marsh Restoration
Local communities cultivate, transplant, and monitor the growth of salt marsh smooth cordgrass to restore Charleston area salt marshes.
Read MoreSeaRise
Public contributes photos and data to inform a coordinated strategy to ensure communities are resilient to severe weather events, storm surge, and changing ocean conditions. Our collective efforts will aid in wildlife conservation and habitat protection. Photos and data on flooding inform a coordinated strategy to ensure South Carolina’s communities are resilient to severe weather…
Read MoreStorm Witness
South Carolina Storm Witness facilitates communication and beachfront damage assessment information among coastal municipalities and state coastal resource managers. Damage assessment information collected through the system enables DHEC to efficiently analyze post-storm beach conditions and expedite recovery activities, including permitting and other regulatory decisions.
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