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Bubbler gauge tubing

Tubing for bubbler gauge at Mokohinau Island entering the sea

Sea-level gauges (bubbler gauges) are important for detecting storm surges and tsunamis as they hit the coast. Here, the tubing for the bubbler gauge at Mokohinau Island (Hauraki Gulf) enters the sea.

Rights: Dr Rob Bell

Published: 2 May 2011Size: 971.65 KB

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