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Wave movements under surveillance

As part of the "Regional Coastal Warning Network", the IRD (French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development), the Pacific Community (SPC), and Météo-France New Caledonia have deployed a Sofar wave buoy, which collects real-time waves and wind observations off Nouméa's southern coast in Caledonia.

The full report and real-time data observations are provided by Pacific Community; Geoscience, Energy, and Maritime Division (GEM).

Wave movements under surveillance

December 9, 2019

Discover real-time wave & wind data off Nouméa's coast with the IRD, SPC & Météo-France's advanced Sofar buoy. Essential for coastal safety.

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