Ellen Prager, PhD

Ellen Prager, PhD

@elprager.bsky.social

Marine and earth scientist, nature lover, author, aquanaut, on-air expert, consultant, and passionate about science communication

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Cut the catch! Menhaden shouldn't be fish meal or made into oil, they are an essential part of the ocean, coastal, and Chesapeake Bay ecosystems whose services both people and wildlife depend on. 🧪🐟 www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi...

washingtonpost.comLawmakers press for fishing limits as osprey losses mountA key commission will decide next month whether to limit the commercial catch of menhaden, a small fish coveted by seabirds, off the Atlantic coast.

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The coastal flooding outlook is dire for Florida's east coast in the coming days. Days of persistent onshore winds will be perfectly aligned to overlap with the full moon on the 26th and perigee on the 28th. #KingTide #Miami #Florida @miamirosenstiel.bsky.social

This is an important story about a dedicated, trustworthy meteorologist and climate change. We (Dave Jones) can't wait to see the film and support efforts to tell it with integrity and truth. Science Matters! 🧪🌎 yaleclimateconnections.org/2026/10/weat...

yaleclimateconnections.org'Weather under Fire': The climate change film we've been waiting for » Yale Climate ConnectionsDue out in early 2027, it's the best climate change documentary I've ever seen. The producers need donations to finish it.

Another excellent but worrisome piece by Andrew Freedman. The loss of satellite capabilities and the detrimental impacts on the future of weather forecasting. Particularly concerning when the need is greater than ever given extremes that are only going to get worse. 🧪🌀 www.cnn.com/2026/10/19/w...

cnn.comTrump admin cuts to satellites will set back US weather forecasting by a decade | CNNThe Trump administration reduced the number of planned US weather satellites and removed key tools. Experts say it will set our weather forecasts back nearly a decade, especially for extreme weather e...

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Today at 10:15am the Great California ShakeOut Drill is scheduled to help us all get prepared for when the ground shakes! Make sure you have your location turned on and the MyShake app on your phone so you can participate too! We're here at the media event so check your local news for more info!

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The Everglades are the ancestral home of the Miccosukee and Seminole peoples. On this Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the tribes who have cared for this land and water for generations and continue to lead the fight to protect it. #indigenouspeoplesday #miccosukee #seminole #everglades #florida

Working on an upcoming talk with @geocollaborate.bsky.social....with so much misinformation out there (intentional and unintentional), asking questions, science credibility, and building trust are more important than ever! 🧪

We're excited for this event and to have a little fun while talking about a serious topic - Combating misinformation. We need to build trust in science and scientists, questioning what you read and see is a big part of that. If you're looking for speakers and agree....get in touch! 🧪🌎

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We are monitoring Hurricane Isaias very closely. Water levels will start rising tomorrow morning in advance of the storm. Evacuate if asked to do so. 🧪

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Hurricane #Isaias strengthening, expected high-end CAT2, headed for Gulf Coast in today's update for All Hazards Consortium. Landfall Friday, major impacts from strong winds, rainfall, & significant storm surge. Please stay aware, evacuate if advised to, & be safe. 🧪🌀 www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7HQ...

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Isaias will be a very impactful hurricane along the Gulf coast. If you are asked to evacuate..do so without question. 🧪 #Isaias

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#Isaias rapidly strengthening and heading for Gulf Coast, #Rachel to impact SOCAL, NV, UT, AZ in today's update for the All Hazards Consortium by @geocollaborate.bsky.social, StormCenter Communications. Please stay aware, prepare, and stay safe. 🧪🌀 www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQw4...

So many more ocean vistas should look like this more of the time. Awe-inspiring!

Coral City Camera@coralcitycamera.bsky.social

POV ur inside a baitball of mullet. A lot of Coralheads didn’t get much work done yesterday, mesmerized by the mullet run that blotted out the sun and turned Coral City into a marriage of heaven and hell for predators and prey 🪸🐠👀

#Nor'Easter plagues Mid-Atlantic, NE with heavy rain, coastal flooding & erosion, #Nolo producing high winds in Hawaii, #Polo brings flooding rains in the SW, high surf in Southern CA in today's update for All-Hazards Consortium. Please stay aware and stay safe. 🧪🌀 www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJgD...

youtube.comNor'Easter Still Plaguing East Coast, Hurricane Nolo CAT3 Moving Away from Hawaii, Polo To Cause FloYouTube video by StormCenter Communications | GeoCollaborate

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Quite a scene at the Delaware beaches Saturday 🛶 Flooding is deep enough for kayaking in the streets of Bethany Beach. 🌊 Just up the coast, huge waves are pounding Rehoboth Beach. A powerful, slow-moving nor’easter continues to batter the coast. Photos by Robin Koralek and Tyler Moore

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Rip currents are possible this weekend along the East Coast from Maine to Florida. Always follow advice from the local beach patrol and flag warning systems. And check your beach forecast before heading out: weather.gov/beach

As always @geocollaborate.bsky.social uses data, excellent graphics and clearly explains what's happening and potential impacts for #Nolo and the #NorEaster. 🧪🌀

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Impacts to come from rapidly intensifying #Nolo on #Hawaii and #NorEaster along the East Coast in the latest update for the All Hazards Consortium. Wind, intense rain, high surf, and coastal erosion in play. Another update today, please stay aware and stay safe. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrcN...

Impacts to come from rapidly intensifying #Nolo on #Hawaii and #NorEaster along the East Coast in the latest update for the All Hazards Consortium. Wind, intense rain, high surf, and coastal erosion in play. Another update today, please stay aware and stay safe. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrcN...

youtube.comNolo Rapidly Intensifying Soon to Become a Hurricane, East Coast Pounding Will Have Impacts SISE UpdYouTube video by StormCenter Communications | GeoCollaborate

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Why learn science? Because lots of things can seem like a big scary conspiracy theory when you don’t understand how the world works! Empower yourself by learning about facts and evidence and reality. As a bonus, it’ll lead to a healthier and more prosperous society for others around you.

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BRB Emailing Cope for a paywalled article he wrote in the 1870s and to ask him what the hell he was thinking back then

David Shiffman, Ph.D. 🦈@whysharksmatter.bsky.social

Have you ever tried to read a scientific journal article and been told “you don’t have access, pay to download this article?” Did you know that the author of that article gets $0 if you pay? Instead, you can email the author and ask for a free copy! I’d be delighted to help and answer questions!

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Replying to @drjeffmasters.bsky.social

My bottom line: I give ~90% chance of a net increase in Atlantic hurricane destruction over the coming 30 years compared to the past 30 years, because of climate change and continued development of vulnerable coastal areas. I'll cover the 10% best-case scenario in a future post.

The twin towers burning is emblazoned in my memory. It brings immense sadness for all those lost, and anger at the terrorists (not Islam or Muslims). Let us learn from that day, respect and thank those who sacrificed, and live with kindness and positive purpose. Photo: Spencer Platt, Getty Images

Hurricane #Lowell moving away from western Hawaiian Islands, widespread impacts due to high winds, surf, & intense rainfall in today's update for All Hazards Consortium. Our thoughts to all impacted. Thx for all the great comments. Please stay aware and safe. 🧪🌀 www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmeC...

youtube.comHurricane Lowell Moving Away But High Winds Still IMpacting Western Hawaiian IslandsYouTube video by StormCenter Communications | GeoCollaborate

CAT2 Hurricane #Lowell impacting western Hawaiian Islands in today's update for All Hazards Consortium. Strong winds, high surf, coastal flooding, heavy precipitation & possible debris flows. Widespread damage expected. Please stay aware, prepare & stay safe. 🧪🌀 www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RXA...

youtube.comCAT2 Hurricane Lowell to Have Major Impacts on Western Hawaiian Islands Today into TomorrowYouTube video by StormCenter Communications | GeoCollaborate

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Mount Anak Krakatau in Indonesia is on its second straight day of a major eruption. Volcanic ash has caused the suspension of flights out of Jakarta's main airport.

Hurricane #Lowell turns, headed closer to the western Hawaiian Islands, and widespread flooding now likely across all islands in today's update for the All Hazards Consortium by @geocollaborate.bsky.social. Please stay aware, prepare, and stay safe. 🧪🌀 www.youtube.com/watch?v=opyh...

youtube.comHurricane Lowell Headed Closer to Hawaiian Islands Widespread Flooding Likely Across All IslandsYouTube video by StormCenter Communications | GeoCollaborate

Want to understand the hurricane forecast "cone of uncertainty", what it means & why science, data are so important here, watch this excellent update on Hurricane Lowell by Dave Jones! Just look at the hundreds of positive comments. How often do see that these days.🧪 www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKBU...

youtube.comCAT4 Hurricane Lowell Starting to Turn Watches Likely Soon for Western Hawai'i #hurricaneYouTube video by StormCenter Communications | GeoCollaborate

#CAT4 Hurricane Lowell forecasted turn & potential impacts in western Hawaiian Islands in the latest update for the All Hazards Consortium. Looking at the wind field, forecast cone & what it all means! Data-based info & graphics, people are watching. Stay safe. 🧪🌀 www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKBU...

youtube.comCAT4 Hurricane Lowell Starting to Turn Watches Likely Soon for Western Hawai'i #hurricaneYouTube video by StormCenter Communications | GeoCollaborate

Major hurricane #Lowell #CAT4 expected to stay strong with possible impacts on Hawaiian Islands in today's update for the All Hazards Consortium. Hurricane Hunters flying through Lowell, wave drifters measure 30 ft wave heights. Please stay aware and stay safe. 🧪🌀 www.youtube.com/watch?v=XeSD...

youtube.comMajor Hurricane Lowell to Maintain Strength Possible Impact on Hawaiian Islands SISE UpdateYouTube video by StormCenter Communications | GeoCollaborate

Dear headline writers at @cnn.com Stop using natural disasters to describe calamities related to climate change and human activities. They are human-made. "Floods hit a historic Grand Canyon lodge. It’s the second park landmark affected by a natural disaster in the past year." 🧪