Gulf of Mexico Deepwater Seismic Airgun Recordings 2010-2024

Key Points

• Underwater sounds were evaluated over a 14-year period, highlighting the correlation with seismic airgun activity.
• Spatio-temporal correlations show a relationship between sound recordings and the timing of survey vessel activity in specific locations.
• Global Positioning System data was used to link seismic airgun surveys with sound recordings, enhancing understanding of underwater noise pollution.
• Findings may enable improved monitoring of marine environments impacted by seismic airgun surveys and associated sound levels.

Abstract