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Record Marine Heat Waves Threaten Coral Reefs and Fish

1/26/2025

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Unprecedented marine heat waves are wreaking havoc on our oceans, with February 2024 recording a staggering global sea surface temperature of 21.06°C. This extreme heat endangers fragile coral reefs and fish populations, sparking a cascade of ecological disruption. Urgent action is essential to combat the human-driven climate change fueling this crisis.

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Story summary

Unprecedented marine heat waves are wreaking havoc on our oceans, with February 2024 recording a staggering global sea surface temperature of 21.06°C. This extreme heat endangers fragile coral reefs and fish populations, sparking a cascade of ecological disruption. Urgent action is essential to combat the human-driven climate change fueling this crisis.