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Media Alert: Low-level airplane and helicopter flights to resume scanning geology over southern, central New Mexico
RESTON, Va. — The U.S. Geological Survey plans low-level flights by airplane and helicopter over southern and central New Mexico to image geology using airborne geophysical technology. The survey began in March and will continue through mid-October, weather and wildfire restrictions permitting.read more
Published on 2026-09-09
FORT Science in Action 2026, Part 6: Economics and social science to support wildfire risk management
Wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity across the Western United States, posing significant risk to public safety and security. FORT scientists aid decision makers in determining which wildfire risk assessment and reduction actions are most needed and valued by the public. read more
Published on 2026-09-09
New Kīlauea summit eruption map
This reference map depicts the Kīlauea summit eruption within Halema‘uma‘u crater that began on December 23, 2024. Most of the data for this map were collected during a USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory helicopter overflight on August 28, 2026, so the provided statistics are reflective of the entire eruption through episode 54 on August 25. read more
Published on 2026-09-09
A Celebration of Information for Recreation – National Hunting and Fishing Day
In honor of National Hunting and Fishing Day on September 26, here are examples of how USGS science supports our nation’s hunting heritage.read more
Published on 2026-09-08
FORT Science in Action 2026, Part 5: Helping communities adapt to wildfire
The Wildfire Research (WiRē) Team works in close collaboration with partners to collect data and develop community-focused programs for reducing wildfire risk. This year, they replicated a study evaluating agreement between trained assessors’ and homeowners’ wildfire risk perceptions, and they published five new installments of their Living with Wildfire series.read more
Published on 2026-09-08
Yellowstone Volcano Observatory…in Arizona?!
The Yellowstone Volcano Observatory is not only responsible for monitoring and studying Yellowstone, but also volcanic systems throughout southwestern United States. Arizona hosts multiple volcanic fields, and new research suggests there may be more young volcanism in the state than previously thought.read more
Published on 2026-09-07
FORT Science in Action 2026, Part 4: Science for effective management of invasive fine fuels across the West
Invasive fine fuels like cheatgrass are spreading across western landscapes, destroying ecosystems and increasing wildfire risks. FORT scientists evaluate habitat management practices to inform effective management and restoration of regions prone to invasion.read more
Published on 2026-09-04
New Kīlauea summit eruption tephra map
The USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory produced a new map following a helicopter LiDAR survey of the ongoing Kīlauea summit tephra deposit and crater floor shortly after the end of lava fountaining episode 52 the morning of July 29, 2026. read more
Published on 2026-09-04
Volcano Minute — It’s National Preparedness Month, what can you do to prepare?
September is National Preparedness Month, so let’s take a minute to talk about a few simple steps that you can take to make a difference in how prepared you are for hazardous events.read more
Published on 2026-09-04
Volcano Watch — September is National Preparedness Month
Benjamin Franklin said, “If you fail to prepare, you are preparing to fail.”  As the past year in Hawaii has shown, hurricanes, eruptions, earthquakes, flooding, and severe weather can occur with little or no warning and result in power outages, disrupted roadways, and other impacts. Steps you take to prepare in advance for any one emergency can help you and your family be better prepared overall.read more
Published on 2026-09-03
USGS Cooperative National Geologic Map Now Covers 50 States, U.S. Territories
RESTON, Va. — The U.S. Geological Survey today released Version 2.0 of the Cooperative National Geologic Map, expanding coverage to include Alaska, Hawaii, and most U.S. territories.read more
Published on 2026-09-03
Land Treatment Exploration Tool 3.1 Launch
The U.S. Geological Survey and Bureau of Land Management launched an updated version of the Land Treatment Exploration Tool.  read more
Published on 2026-09-03
Fall 2026 Highlights from EESC’s Disease Decision Analysis and Research Group
USGS scientists of the Disease Decision Analysis and Research (DDAR) group and their collaborators support the management of wildlife diseases in close coordination with state, federal, and tribal partners. DDAR efforts with decision makers enable rapid response to both persistent and emerging infectious disease issues. Learn more about the recent activities of this team below.read more
Published on 2026-09-03
FORT Science in Action 2026, Part 3: Science informing the management of invasive reptiles in the Everglades
Invasive reptiles in the Greater Everglades, like the Burmese python and Argentine black and white tegu, are threatening ecosystems and pose a major challenge to long-term, costly restoration work in the region. USGS is leading science to improve understanding of these species and how to effectively management them.read more
Published on 2026-09-03
Predicting chronic wasting disease spread in North American deer and understanding the role of deer movement
USGS scientists estimated how quickly chronic wasting disease was spreading in multiple regions of North America and compared those rates to model predictions based on deer movement data.read more
Published on 2026-09-02