The Ship Report

The Ship Report, Fri, 3 Feb 2012

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:09:16 GMT

[Runtime 9:02] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about the marine salvage industry, and the experts who go to sea to recover damaged ships.

The Ship Report, Thu, 2 Feb 2012

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:04:47 GMT

[Runtime 8:57] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout explains the "halcyon days" in Pacific Northwest weather, and talks about what a big influence weather has on life at sea.

The Ship Report, Wed, 1 Feb 2012

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:28:40 GMT

[Runtime 8:57] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout has an update on how some U.S. ports are drastically reducing ship emissions, and how slowing ships down at sea saves money and the environment.

The Ship Report, Tue, 31 Jan 2012

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:44:25 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout addresses a question relevant to people who live in inundation zones - what if, because of injury or other physical condition - you can't run to high ground? The answer has to do with your risk tolerance.

The Ship Report, Mon, 30 Jan 2012

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:59:03 GMT

[Runtime 9:05] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout continues her interview with OSU Coastal Hazards Outreach Specialist Pat Corcoran about tsunami safety in low-lying areas near the sea.

The Ship Report, Fri, 27 Jan 2012

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 04:34:21 GMT

[Runtime 8:54] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout commemorates the anniversary of the most recent 9.0 Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake, which happened in Oregon on January 26, 1700 at about 9 pm local time. She also addresses a listener question about tsunami safety for people who live in lowland areas near the sea.

The Ship Report, Thu, 26 Jan 2012

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:48:37 GMT

[Runtime 2:07] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout continues her discussion with Pat Corcoran, Coastal Hazards Outreach Specialist with Oregon State University, about tsunami debris floating across the Pacific from Japan - why can't we clean it up?

The Ship Report, Wed, 25 Jan 2012

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:46:05 GMT

[Runtime 1:46] More on Japanese tsunami debris headed across the Pacific.

The Ship Report, Tues, 24 Jan 2012

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:43:53 GMT

[Runtime 2:07] We continue with our foray into the issue of tsunami debris - floating across the Pacific Ocean from Japan.

The Ship Report, Mon, 23 Jan 2012

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:40:48 GMT

[Runtime 1:57] This week we'll be talking with Pat Corcoran, Coastal Hazards Outreach Specialist, about Japanese tsunami debris floating across the Pacific Ocean

The Ship Report, Fri 20 Jan 2012

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:06:57 GMT

[Runtime 9:00] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout answers a listener questions about waves: how they grow, how fast they move and how they behave near shore. Plus, big waves offshore this weekend as waves reach 30 feet or more in the waters off Astoria, Oregon.

The Ship Report, Thu 19 Jan 2012

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:05:29 GMT

[Runtime 9:02] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about conditions around the region, including why early this morning ship traffic was waiting offshore to enter the river.

The Ship Report, Wed, 18 Jan 2012

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:45:03 GMT

[Runtime 8:56] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about why we've gotten so many conflicting reports about the dramatic weather we're experiencing this week, and shares an update on the financial impact of the Costa Concordia disaster on the cruise ship industry.

The Ship Report, Tue, 17 Jan 2012

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:53:42 GMT

[Runtime 9:11] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about the Italian cruise ship disaster, and compares a cruise ship to a cargo ship for clues about stability in a crisis.

The Ship Report, Mon, 16 Jan 2012

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:06:46 GMT

[Runtime 9:06] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout takes a look at the Costa Concordia cruise ship disaster that happened Friday off the coast of Italy.

The Ship Report, Fri, 13 Jan 2012

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:02:39 GMT

[Runtime 8:52] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout has a "Cool Ship Alert" to share today: an unusual remote controlled military vessel will be on the river, headed for Portland. Plus, snow in the PNW marine weather forecast this weekend, an update on the humanitarian effort to bring fuel oil to Alaska, and why Friday the 13th could be lucky after all.

The Ship Report, Thu, 12 Jan 2012

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:35:18 GMT

[Runtime 9:11] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about an unusual mission of mercy happening in the frozen Bering Sea: a Russian petroleum tanker is making its way through pack ice with the help of the U.S. Coast Guard, to bring life-saving fuel to the people of Nome, Alaska.

The Ship Report, Wed, 11 Jan 2012

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:30:03 GMT

[Runtime 9:18] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about an unusual and evolving aspect of maritime safety: how ship design and sailor height affect the safety and efficiency of people working on board.

The Ship Report, Tue, 10 Jan 2012

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 07:16:06 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout shares an odd news story from a Somalia news agency - about a ship whose unusual cargo caused pirates to give it back without even asking for ransom.

The Ship Report, Mon, 9 Jan 2012

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 07:13:32 GMT

[Runtime 9:04] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about the Columbia River and describes challenges ships must face in their journeys upriver.

The Ship Report, Fri, 6 Jan 2012

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:49:15 GMT

[Runtime 8:53] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout shares listener comments about the New Year's Eve tradition of ship horns sounding in the Astoria anchorage. (Additional note: Pilotage services temporarily suspended on the river this morning due to high seas (over 20 ft.) on the Columbia River Bar at the river entrance. Ship traffic likely to resume this afternoon).

The Ship Report, Thu, 5 Jan 2012

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:19:51 GMT

[Runtime 9:09] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about cargo, and how one product in particular that you'd expect to see made in Asia is made right here in the U.S., and shipped overseas.

The Ship Report, Wed, 4 Jan 2012

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:46:07 GMT

[Runtime 9:15] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about who to call when you're in trouble on the water in other countries - who else has a Coast Guard besides the U.S.?

The Ship Report, Tue, 3 Jan 2012

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:12:45 GMT

[Runtime 9:02] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout shares the wondrous sound of ship horns in the Astoria, Oregon, anchorage, a beloved tradition in honor of the New Year.

The Ship Report, Fri, 30 Dec 2011

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:28:38 GMT

[Runtime 8:53] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout answers a listener question about ship horns in the Astoria anchorage on New Year's Eve. Will it happen this year?

The Ship Report, Thu, 29 Dec 2011

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 06:54:49 GMT

[Runtime 9:15] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks more with author Michael Haglund, who wrote "World's Most Dangerous," a new book about the history of the Columbia River Bar and bar pilots.

The Ship Report, Wed, 28 Dec 2011

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:19:57 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout shares an interview with attorney and author Michael Haglund, who wrote World's Most Dangerous, a new book about the history of the Columbia River Bar and its pilots.

The Ship Report, Tue, 27 Dec 2011

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 04:01:58 GMT

[Note: Joanne is back after a week of recuperating from a rotator cuff injury to her right shoulder. Ouch! Thanks for your patience...]

[Runtime 9:07] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about wet winter weather on the way this week, and offers a scientific explanation about why it's been so dry up till now in the Pacific Northwest.

The Ship Report, Tue, 20 Dec 2011

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:06:21 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about how some ships, like car carriers, run on a tight schedule that includes less than 24 hours on the Columbia River, including the trip to Portland and back.

The Ship Report, Mon, 19 Dec 2011

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:08:55 GMT

[Runtime 9:01] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a new book just published in Astoria about the Columbia River Bar and the Bar Pilots.

The Ship Report, Fri, 16 Dec 2011

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:34:34 GMT

[Runtime 8:53] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout answers a question about large fishing boats currently operating off the Oregon coast and what they're catching.

The Ship Report, Thu, 15 Dec 2011

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 06:09:44 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about the odd weather patterns we're seeing this month, and why keeping tabs on the weather is vital for mariners.

The Ship Report, Wed, 14 Dec 2011

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:27:47 GMT

[Runtime 9:07] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about the fast-moving fire that destroyed Astoria, Oregon, in December of 1922. A big contributor to the fire's extensive reach was the fact that the town had been built on wooden docks over the water.

The Ship Report, Tues, 13 Dec 2011

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:22:09 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout shares a maritime book based on the Night Before Christmas poem. This version, written by Alaska fisherman Will Swagel, has killer whales, salmon and tuna as Santa's helpers. We'll hear him read his poem on today's report.

The Ship Report, Mon, 12 Dec 2011

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 22:24:04 GMT

[Runtime 9:07] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout tells us more about the phenomenon of giant rogue waves, once thought to be a myth, but now we know they are very real.

The Ship Report, Fri, 9 Dec 2011

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:54:57 GMT

[Runtime 9:01] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout answers a listener question about fog horns on the Columbia River.

The Ship Report, Thu, 8 Dec 2011

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:58:27 GMT

[Runtime 9:14] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about rogue waves and heavy bulk carriers, a recent sinking off the British Isles, and how all that relates to ships here on the Columbia.

The Ship Report, Wed, 7 Dec 2011

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:51:36 GMT

[Runtime 9:14] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about Pearl Harbor. On this day 70 years ago in 1941, the infamous military attack shocked Americans and marked the U.S. entry into World War II.

The Ship Report, Tues, 6 Dec 2011

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:56:33 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout tells us about an unusual vintage sailboat - a Chinese Junk - that was rescued by the Coast Guard yesterday at the mouth of the Columbia River.

The Ship Report, Mon, 5 Dec 2011

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 07:02:34 GMT

[Runtime 9:07] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout tells us about the weather lineup for the week, which includes high pressure systems buffering the coast from storms.

The Ship Report, Fri, 2 Dec 2011

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 06:11:29 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout gives us the scoop on maritime events happening locally this weekend. And, it's time for the annual encore presentation of the Crabpot Christmas Tree Carol.

The Ship Report, Thu, 1 Dec 2011

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:01:49 GMT

[Runtime 9:19] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about an eerie but naturally occurring maritime weather phenomenon: St. Elmo's fire.

The Ship Report, Wed, 30 Nov 2011

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:12:47 GMT

[Runtime 9:05] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about three common weather phenomena we see on the coast: fog, frost and rainbows.

The Ship Report, Tues, 29 Nov 2011

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:44:06 GMT

[Runtime 9:18] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout tells us more about the approaching winter solstice, and why it happens on different days on the East and West coasts.

The Ship Report, Mon, 28 Nov 2011

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 03:25:21 GMT

[Runtime: 9:10] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a meteorological oddity coming our way this week Pacific Northwest. You'll never guess - it's sunshine.

The Ship Report, Mon, 28 Nov 2011

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 03:25:06 GMT

[Runtime: 9:10] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a meteorological oddity coming our way this week Pacific Northwest. You'll never guess - it's sunshine.

The Ship Report, Wed, 23 Nov 2011

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:13:41 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about what's happening offshore now and through the Thanksgiving weekend. The Ship Report will be off Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday.

The Ship Report, Tue, 22 Nov 2011

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:17:17 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout gives us the rundown on all this weather coming our way. And no, it's not as bad as 2007.

The Ship Report, Mon, 21 Nov 2011

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 04:55:55 GMT

[Runtime 9:07] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout takes a closer look at a ship arriving from China, along with a rundown on inclement weather headed our way this week.

The Ship Report, Fri, 18 Nov 2011

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:46:43 GMT

[Runtime 9:20] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout updates us on what's happening offshore this morning. For starters, the Columbia River Bar is closed until the weather improves.

The Ship Report, Thur, 17 Nov 2011

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 15:38:42 GMT

[Runtime 9:18] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about the Arctic Oscillation - a climate phenomenon that affects our weather just as much as other more well known influences like La Nina and El Nino.

The Ship Report, Thur, 17 Nov 2011

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 15:38:24 GMT

The Ship Report, Wed, 16 Nov 2011

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:00:35 GMT

[Runtime: 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout gives us the scoop on a significant change in the weather coming our way. Gale force winds and high seas are in store over the next few days.

The Ship Report, Tues, 15 Nov 2011

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 06:18:21 GMT

[Runtime 9:11] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about reasons why bulk carriers carrying certain kinds of cargoes can sink in a matter of minutes.

The Ship Report, Mon, 14 Nov 2011

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 06:23:17 GMT

[Runtime: 9:07] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about the parade of storms lining up in Asia and the Aleutians that will likely end up off the Northwest coast in some form - part of our normal winter weather pattern.

The Ship Report, Fri, 11 Nov 2011

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 06:50:03 GMT

[Runtime: 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about the origins of Veterans Day and why some merchant mariners are considered veterans.

The Ship Report, Thu, 10 Nov 2011

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:56:32 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout remembers the sinking of the iron ore ship the Edmund Fitzgerald on Lake Superior, 35 years ago today.

The Ship Report, Wed, 9 Nov 2011

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:17:58 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout shares a strange maritime news story about exploding shipping containers.

The Ship Report, Tues, 8 Nov 2011

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 15:06:30 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about conditions on the river and around the maritime region.

The Ship Report, Mon, 7 Nov 2011

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 07:27:50 GMT

[Runtime: 9:07] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about the dynamic forces at work on the river, even on a calm day.

The Ship Report, Thu, 3 Nov 2011

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:39:38 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about what's happening today at the Port of Oakland, Calif., after protesters in the Occupy movement shut down the Port yesterday.

The Ship Report, Wed, 2 Nov 2011

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:04:27 GMT

[Runtime 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a trend in piracy-prone areas of the world: arming merchant ships.

The Ship Report, Tues, 1 Nov 2011

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:59:25 GMT

[Runtime 9:12] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a California port where ships can plug in and shut off their engines, reducing air pollution. It's called "cold ironing."

The Ship Report, Mon, 31 Oct 2011

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:08:45 GMT

[Runtime 9:00] On today's Ship Report, in honor of Halloween, Joanne Rideout talks about ghost ships shrouded in mystery.

The Ship Report, Fri, 28 Oct 2011

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:03:02 GMT

[Runtime: 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a huge field of floating tsunami debris from Japan that is now reaching Hawaii.

The Ship Report, Thu, 27 Oct 2011

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 14:26:08 GMT

[Runtime 9:10] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about an ocean phenomenon scientists are just beginning to understand - the underwater wave.

The Ship Report, Wed, 26 Oct 2011

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:18:10 GMT

[Runtime 9:18] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a beloved institution in the British Isles: the famous Shipping Forecast.

The Ship Report, Tue, 25 Oct 2011

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 06:05:36 GMT

[Runtime 9:07] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about killer seaweed in the tropics, and efforts to reduce pollution from ships using air bubbles.

The Ship Report, Mon, 24 Oct 2011

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 01:06:21 GMT

[Runtime 9:07] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout tells us about the federal government's approval last week for BP to resume drilling oil in the Gulf of Mexico, even as lawsuits and devastating environmental damage remain from the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster.

The Ship Report, Fri, 21 Oct 2011

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:53:25 GMT

[Runtime: 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout tells us more about the cargo ship Edfu. The ship was adrift recently in the Pacific Ocean with engine trouble and has spent the last week or so at the Port of Astoria docks. What's next?

The Ship Report, Thu, 20 Oct 2011

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:24:18 GMT

(Runtime 9:17) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a common affliction among seafarers - sea sickness. What is it and what can you do about it?

The Ship Report, Wed, 19 Oct 2011

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:43:58 GMT

[Run Time: 9:01] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout gives us an update about the long term effects of the Japanese nuclear disaster on our marine environment.

The Ship Report, Tues, 18 Oct 2011

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 14:59:28 GMT

[Run Time: 9:04] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a maritime disaster continuing in New Zealand.

The Ship Report, Mon, 17 Oct 2011

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 05:11:39 GMT

[Run Time 9:00] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about our last hurrah of warm weather for the season and what's happening in the Pacific Ocean that's causing it.

The Ship Report, Fri, 14 Oct 2011

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:54:28 GMT

[Run Time 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about where Columbia River cargoes come from.

The Ship Report, Thu, 13 Oct 2011

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:41:52 GMT

[Run Time 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about what's happening with that disabled ship that was anchored off the mouth of the Columbia River.

The Ship Report, Wed, 12 Oct 2011

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 11:04:30 GMT

[Run Time 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a maritime disaster unfolding right now in the waters off New Zealand.

The Ship Report, Tue, 11 Oct 2011

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 06:01:28 GMT

[Run Time 9:17] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a significant hazard in the maritime industry: mariner fatigue.

The Ship Report, Mon, 10 Oct 2011

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 06:18:29 GMT

[Run Time: 9:06] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about weather trends across the Northwest, including another La Nina winter in store.

The Ship Report, Fri, 7 Oct 2011

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 05:16:35 GMT

[Run Time: 9:15] On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about an international proposal that would levy a price on ship emissions to fund green initiatives.

The Ship Report, Thu, 6 Oct 2011

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 05:22:22 GMT

(Run Time 09:17) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about a common cause of maritime accidents: engine failure.

The Ship Report, Wed, 5 Oct 2011

Tue, 4 Oct 2011 21:00:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:17) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about this weekend's Sunnycamp, a singalong musical event in Nahcotta, Wash,. on the Long Beach Peninsula, that will feature maritime music.

The Ship Report, Tue, 4 Oct 2011

Mon, 3 Oct 2011 23:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:17) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about our worsening weather this week, and how wave and tidal forecasting work.

The Ship Report, Mon, 3 Oct 2011

Sun, 2 Oct 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about the labor uprising in Longview, where longshoremen have clashed with police over who should legally be allowed to load and unload grain ships there.

The Ship Report, 30 September 2011

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks with marine geologist Dr. Tuba Oskan Haller about how wave modelling will ultimately add a new dimension to the marine weather forecast.

The Ship Report, 29 September 2011

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks with marine geologist Dr. Tuba Oskan Haller about what happens on the Columbia River Bar when fast-moving river water slams into ocean waves at the river's mouth.

The Ship Report, 28 September 2011

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks with marine geologist Dr. Tuba Oskan Haller about how wave prediction models could help make dangerous areas like the Columbia River Bar safer for mariners.

The Ship Report, 27 September 2011

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks with marine geologist Dr. Tuba Oskan Haller about where scientists get their data for wave modeling, especially in difficult places like the Columbia River Bar.

The Ship Report, 26 September 2011

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about today's gale and storm force wind predictions, and what's going on out at sea.

The Ship Report, 23 September 2011

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks about the marine salvage industry and the alarming number of deteriorating wrecks on the ocean floor carrying toxic pollutants.

The Ship Report, 20 September 2011

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks with marine geologist Dr. Tuba Oskan-Haller about wave models for tsunamis and storm waves and why both are easier said than done.

The Ship Report, 19 September 2011

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks with marine geologist Dr. Tuba Oskan-Haller about how scientists are creating models to allow wave forecasting for the Oregon Coast.

The Ship Report, 16 September 2011

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout responds to a listener request about the backstory behind log exports in Astoria and the Pacific Northwest.

The Ship Report, 15 September 2011

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks with oceanographer Dr. Stefan Talke about the limitations of scientists' current ability to model tsunami behavior in the Columbia River.

The Ship Report, 14 September 2011

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks with oceanographer Dr. Stefan Talke about the West Coast tsunami caused by the 1964 Alaska earthquake.

The Ship Report, 13 September 2011

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks with oceanographer Dr. Stefan Talke about how old-fashioned tide gauges helped mariners in the 1800s tell what was happening on the Columbia River Bar.

The Ship Report, 12 September 2011

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks with oceanographer Dr. Stefan Talke about tsunamis that have hit the West Coast of the U.S. in the past.

The Ship Report, 2 September 2011

Fri, 2 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout answers a listener question about how many logs it takes to fill up a cargo ship.

The Ship Report, 1 September 2011

Thu, 1 Sep 2011 05:30:00 PDT

(Running Time 09:20) On today's Ship Report, Joanne Rideout talks with oceanographer Dr. David Jay about tsunami whether some disasters are just too big to prepare for.