Storm Conditions - Melbourne, Florida, USA

In the fall of 1999, Riley Encased Methodology (REM) again demonstrated the unparalleled benefit that the principle of isolation has in the protection of mangrove
habitat creation and restoration projects. Hurricanes Floyd and Irene created storm conditions along the Florida east coast producing strong waves and high water. Sites implemented in strict compliance with specifications for REM methodology survived both of these storms.

The photo provides an indication of the forces with which planting methods must contend in order to survive inclement weather events that annually occur along the coastal regions of Florida.

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