These ocean buoys are thrown into the path of a storm to gather critical data to help create forecasts and coordinate storm response. Jesse Orrall (he/him/his) is a Senior Video Producer for CNET. He ...

The buoy is a simple yet highly valuable tool for anyone navigating waterways, acting as important markers to alert those nearby. The anchor buoy in particular lets boaters know where they can moor.

Oceanographic research buoys, whether installed in the harbor, bay or offshore, are considered Private Aids To Navigation (PATON) and as such are regulated by U.S. Coast Guard under Title 33 of the ...