Wave Safe with Bruckner Chase | 3/25/2025 Tidal Flooding Talk

Joe, Palma, and Dan interview Bruckner Chase, a water safety expert from New Jersey and NOAA Ocean and Coastal Safety ambassador. From the Jersey Shore to American Samoa, Bruckner works to keep people safe around water.Bruckner shared insights on coastal hazards, the challenges of construction in flood zones, and the need for better communication of ocean science and safety to visitors. They also discussed the power of moving water, assessing swimming abilities against ocean conditions, and providing critical safety information to beachgoers.Watch Tidal Flooding Talk (TFT)—America's only regular show that focuses on coastal flooding resiliency. TFT is put on by the New Jersey Coastal Coalition (NJCC), a group of towns near the coast and rivers that teamed up after Superstorm Sandy hit in 2012. Every month, TFT gets local leaders together for a engaging workshop to talk about flooding challenges. Visit njcoastalcoalition.com to know more!