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Rising Tides

Oct 31, 2024

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Jase Bernhardt

Jase Bernhardt, associate professor of geology, environment, and sustainability, spoke to Newsday* about the Town of Islip’s spending to improve flood-zones.



“For those that are near the coastline and are vulnerable to coastline flooding, it’s only going to get worse. Our landscape is our best defense.”

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Jase Bernhardt

Associate Professor of Geology, Environment, and Sustainability

Dr. Bernhardt has had a lifelong passion for studying weather and climate. His current research focuses hurricane preparedness.

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