Tidal Flooding Talk

Join us as we explore the innovative ReBeach project in Oceanside, California, with program manager Jamie Timberlake. Discover how coastal resilience efforts are transforming beaches, benefiting communities, and setting examples for other regions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the ReBeach Project in Oceanside

324:55:26 Background and Coastal Challenges in Oceanside

8194:22:16 The Design Competition and Innovative Solutions

13583:16:08 ...

Meteorologists Joe Martucci and Dan Skeldon talk with Daniel Brown of the National Hurricane Center about the heart of hurricane season. Learn why one storm can define a season, how forecast cones and inland alerts are improving, what the new mobile site offers, and how drones and better data are shaping hurricane forecasts and preparedness.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and guest introduction

163:50:45 Hurricane season overview and cur...

In this episode, we explore the complexities of flood risk management, community buyouts, and the importance of community participation in flood mitigation strategies, featuring insights from Dr. Ivis Garcia and case studies from Harris County, Texas.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Summer Plans
02:48 Home Buyouts: Voluntary vs. Mandatory
05:36 The Impact of Communication on Buyouts
08:21 Community Engagement...

In this episode, we explore the 2026 hurricane forecast with Dr. Levi Silvers of Colorado State University's Hurricane Research program! The strongest El Nino in years is helping to make 2026 a likely quiet year for hurricanes. However, it only takes one for it to be active near you.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Tidal Flooding Talk

02:58 Hurricane Season Overview

05:46 Colorado State University's Hurricane Forecast

11:29 Understanding...

In this episode, we explore the critical issue of coastal flooding and sea level rise, featuring expert insights from Dr. Wanyun Shao at the University of Alabama. We discuss risk assessment, social vulnerabilities, and practical measures for communities along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts.

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Tom Heist from Heist Insurance, an Alera Group Company (www.heistinsurance.com), explains FEMA’s new Risk Rating 2.0 program. He talks about how it is different from the old Risk Rating 1.0, and what homeowners can do to lower their flood insurance costs.

In this episode, we learn how flood zone maps have changed over time. We also look at new technology like satellite pictures and drones that help measure flood risk b...

Join us as we explore coastal resiliency and habitat restoration with Tara Schneider Moran, Senior Conversation Biologist for Hempstead, NY. Learn about shorebird habitats, salt marsh restoration, and community involvement.

00:00 Introduction
02:11 Coastal Resiliency and Shorebird Habitats
10:03 Winter Preparations for Shorebird Nesting
13:28 Community Involvement in Habitat Management
25:03 Salt Marsh Restoratio...

Dan Skeldon and Palma Shiles interview Jay Dilworth, a seasoned construction and floodplain management expert, to explore the evolving standards, regulations, and future trends in floodplain management and coastal construction.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:53 Current State of Summer and School Year Endings
02:15 Introduction of Guest Jay Dilworth and His Background
05:26 Jay Dilworth on Fl...

Meteorologist Dan Skeldon and Palma Shiles share their expertise on this week's episode! Dan explain what is and, more importantly, is not tidal flooding. Meanwhile, Palma offers insights to flood zone misconceptions, and the importance of regulations and preparedness.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Weather Overview
02:49 Unique Challenges of Jersey Shore Weather
05:40 Understanding Tidal Flooding
08:43 Home...

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Finally, a free weather app Meteorologist Joe Martucci approves of! The EverythingWx app is 100% human curated weather data with any high-quality information you can think of. Cory Mottice, the owner of the app, joins TFT to explain this groundbreak app.

Download on Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/everythingweather/id6736664582

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In this episode, we celebrate the career of Dr. Dave Robinson, the long-serving New Jersey State Climatologist, exploring his journey, insights on weather and climate, and his retirement plans. We also discuss the impact of climate science on policy and community resilience.

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Join us as we explore the Blue Acres Program in New Jersey with Courtney Wald-Wittkop, discussing flood risk mitigation, voluntary buyouts, and community resilience strategies. Learn how this innovative program helps homeowners relocate from flood-prone areas and the future of flood resilience in the state.

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Join us as we explore urban nature-based solutions for flood and heat mitigation with Johnny Quispe of the Nature Conservancy. Discover how cities like Newark and Patterson are implementing innovative strategies to create resilient, sustainable communities.

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed ...

REWIND: In the Tidal Flooding Talk episode, Dr. Nicole Elko, Executive Director of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA), discussed New Jersey’s history of beach replenishment.

Founded in 1926 right here in NJ, the ASBPA supports beach renourishment, impacting economies and storm protection. Plans for its 2026 centennial conference in Atlantic City were shared, alongside insights on erosion patt...

In this episode,  @noaa  oceanographer Karen Kavanaugh discusses tidal flooding, high tide predictions, and the tools NOAA uses to monitor and forecast coastal hazards. The conversation covers water level data, flood mapping, and how these insights help communities prepare for flooding events.

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TIDAL FLOODING TALK | South Jersey Weather Legend Jim Eberwine returns! He catches us TFT crew up on how many jobs he has this spring, parts of NJ possibly getting federal money for the 2026 blizzard costs and old forecasting tales.

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday night, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy i...

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Superstorm Sandy reminded the Northeast how vulnerable it is in 2012. Experts called Sandy a rare “once-in-500-years” storm due to its unusual path. But here’s the real risk: other hurricanes could strike every 50 years and cause equal or greater damage today.

Historical storms, like the 1821 hurricane, would now trigger $100 billion in damages, thanks to more coastal development and rising s...

TIDAL FLOODING TALK | Highlands, NJ leverages community action for future FEMA Community Rating System flood resilience and insurance savings. We talk with Mayor Carolyn Broullon and Kathy Shaw about it!

Experience Tidal Flooding Talk every Tuesday at 7PM, America’s leading show on coastal flooding resilience. Hosted by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition, which formed after Superstorm Sandy in 2012, it empowers leaders with dyn...

In this episode of "Tidal Flooding Talk," meteorologist Joe Martucci and Palma Shiles discuss the challenges of balancing affordability and safety in housing, particularly in flood-prone areas. Dr. Ivis Garcia, an Associate Professor of Urban Planning at Texas A&M University, shares insights on how coastal housing markets are affected by climate risks and the importance of informed decision-making for homebuyers.

Experie...