Mile 289 Report
April 1, 2014
Last fall, we thought there would be a big increase in tsunami debris over the winter.
Report Details
Last fall, we thought there would be a big increase in tsunami debris over the winter. It didn't happen. You can find some scattered Japanese style wood construction beams and plastic bottles, but it was more common a year ago.No erosion as usual over the winter.
Conditions
Temperature: 52 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: NW. Tide Level: 2.0 feet.
Human Activities
Very quiet day on Bayocean Spit. Saw only 1 jogger on the 5 mile stretch between Cape Meares community and the south jetty.
Concerns
Notable Wildlife
Many small crows (immature?) searching the upper wrack area for food. A few groups of small surf birds also in the upper beach area.
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 1. probably a brandt's cormorant.
Stranded Marine Mammals
dead small mammal, well decayed, no head. Photos are available if anyone is interested.
Driftline Content
Seaweeds and seagrass, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Land-based debris (picnics, etc.), Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.), Marine debris (plastic, styrofoam, etc. washing in from the sea), Shells, Small rocks, Styrofoam, Wood pieces. Usual stuff. Maybe a little less than average.
Man-made Modifications
none
Natural Changes
no erosion over the winter months.
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Mile 289
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