El Nino is a disruption of the ocean-atmosphere system in the tropical Pacific with important climatic consequences around the globe. This NOAA theme page features links to widely distributed information. Includes data, graphics, forecasts, historical perspectives, and in-depth analysis. It is intended to be useful to scientists, administrators, students and the general public. Links include sites ... Full description.

Developed and maintained by the Jason Education Project at the Texas A&M University, this comprehensive site has educational information and activities on weather, foraminifera, coral reefs, satellites, El Nino, ice ages, fisheries, waves, icebergs and currents. A wealth of student and educator resources is available. Teacher resources include a crash-course in oceanography, a section on using ... Full description.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides the latest tracking maps for this season's hurricanes. Full description.

WW2010 (the weather world 2010 project) is a WWW framework for integrating current and archived weather data with multimedia instructional resources using new and innovative technologies. Site includes open ended projects and classroom activities with teaching guides on weather-related topics such as pressure, air masses, precipitation, cyclones, forecasting and more. Site also contains modules on ... Full description.

USGS provides data on streamflow, lake and reservoir levels, groundwater, precipitation and water quality from monitoring stations around the country. Clickable U.S. map provides state maps, select one or more stations for detailed reports. Can build custom summary tables for one or more stations, or build a sequence of graphical or tabular data. Some technical definitions needed to understand reports, ... Full description.

Curriculum guide offers ten lesson plans introducing climate change and global warming issues, indicators and measurements of change, predictions and impacts on Gulf Coast climate, ecosystems, and human communities, and means to reduce human contributions. Activities identify common misconceptions about the topic, provide definitions and content to clarify, promote student research, provide links ... Full description.

This Environment Canada website contains a description and animation of La Nina, forecasts, comparisons of previous events, Canadian and global effects, and suggested readings. An abundance of information for both the beginner and the expert. Educators will find additional useful resources under the "Other Educational Sites" link, including teacher guides and other publications. Site also includes ... Full description.

A project for all grades providing ground truth measurements to assist in the validation of the CERES instruments in climate related studies. Compare the surface- and space-based observations to learn more about clouds and climate. Download data from across the globe, or sign up your class to participate and submit your own data. Teacher resources include presentations, lessons, and downloadable posters ... Full description.

In-depth website by researchers describes the Gulf Stream, its place in the North Atlantic Gyre, influence on weather and climate, and role of eddies and rings in distributing heat and salinity. A history, 16th to 20th centuries, describes scientists' developing understanding of the Gulf Stream and evolution of oceanographic instruments used to study it, with special details on satellite observations. ... Full description.

FEMA newsletters packed with information about flood, hurricane, winter storm, wildfire and El Nino impacts and preparedness, in downloadable PDF format. Issues cover risks of the particular emergency and define terms or explain specific hazards. They outline emergency guidelines for both homes and businesses, with plans for planning, safety and conduct before, during and after the disaster. Each ... Full description.