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84% of Coral Reefs Bleach: Climate Crisis Deepens

4/23/2025

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A staggering 84% of the world's coral reefs have suffered from an unprecedented bleaching event since January 2023, fueled by soaring ocean temperatures and climate change. This alarming crisis endangers marine life and the livelihoods of coastal communities. Experts caution that without drastic cuts in greenhouse gas emissions, we face a devastating loss of coral ecosystems.

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A staggering 84% of the world's coral reefs have suffered from an unprecedented bleaching event since January 2023, fueled by soaring ocean temperatures and climate change. This alarming crisis endangers marine life and the livelihoods of coastal communities. Experts caution that without drastic cuts in greenhouse gas emissions, we face a devastating loss of coral ecosystems.