Florida Keys’ Ecosystem at Risk as Extreme Heat Takes Hold

Florida Keys’ Ecosystem at Risk as Extreme Heat Takes Hold

In July, an unprecedented marine heat wave affected the Florida Keys, causing coral bleaching in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary (FKNMS), home to the largest coral barrier reef in the continental United States. Scientists are concerned about the potential harm to the entire ecosystem, as high temperatures are expected to persist until October. The …

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