Project

Panhandle Water Level Sensor Expansion

Full Title: Expanding the Southeast Water Level Sensor Network in the Florida Panhandle
The project seeks to expand the Southeast Water Level Sensor Network in the Florida Panhandle by installing pilot sensors and engaging communities to identify additional sites and communication needs. It aims to enhance real-time water level coverage and provide data to underserved communities.
Lead Investigator: Laura Tiu, Ph.D., Florida Sea Grant, lgtiu@ufl.edu
Project Team: Dr. Linh Dang, Florida Atlantic University
Collaborator: Southeast Coastal Ocean Observing Regional Association (SECOORA), Choctawhatchee Bay Estuary Program, Okaloosa County Coastal Resources Department, Walton County Environmental Coordinator, UF/IFAS Escambia County Extension, Choctawhatchee Bay Alliance
Award Amount: $25,000
Year Funded: 2023
Award Period: 5/01/23 – 6/30/26
Project Abstract:

The project aims to expand the Southeast Water Level Sensor Network in the Florida Panhandle by installing pilot water level sensors in Walton and Okaloosa counties. The initiative will involve community engagement to identify suitable locations for additional sensors, define critical flooding thresholds, and develop effective communication mechanisms for data access.

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