Coral Bleaching Returns Early in Florida | Miami News

South Florida’s coral reefs are in peril again as ocean temperatures surge early in the season, triggering alarming signs of bleaching—just like last year’s record-breaking July that caused 100% bleaching in some areas. With corals unable to escape rising waters and many still recovering from last year’s devastation, scientists and conservationists are sounding the alarm. Already, stressed reefs are turning pale, and with over 90% of healthy coral lost in the past 40 years, the outlook is grim. But hope remains: restoration groups are ready, genetic backups are being secured, and every degree matters in the fight to save these fragile ecosystems. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4511db79faf13a32