Scientists say seaweed season may be worst ever for Florida beaches
- Beachgoers in Florida encountered yellow and purple flags indicating medium hazard and dangerous marine life during the current seaweed season.
- Scientists from the University of South Florida released an April 30 report projecting a 40% increase in seaweed compared to the previous 2022 record.
- Experts explain that sargassum, also called seaweed, causes respiratory sensitivity for some people and produces a strong smell that is felt by beach visitors.
- Dr. Brian Barnes explained that certain individuals experience respiratory reactions to it, while beachgoer Juan Merulanda described the odor as something almost tangible.
- This seaweed increase could make 2025 Florida's worst season on record, impacting beach conditions and visitor experiences due to hazards and odors.
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By Michael Hudak, Kevin Boulandier Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida (WSVN) — Scientists have a very smelly prediction for Florida beaches this year. Scientists at the University of South Florida Optical Oceanography Lab, who track sargassum, also known as seaweed, are predicting that this year could be Florida’s worst seaweed season ever. The scientists latest report, released April 30, projects a 40% increase in sea…
Scientists say seaweed season may be worst ever for Florida beaches
WSVN By Michael Hudak, Kevin Boulandier Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida (WSVN) — Scientists have a very smelly prediction for Florida beaches this year. Scientists at the University of South Florida Optical Oceanography Lab, who track sargassum, also known as seaweed, are predicting that this year could be Florida’s worst seaweed season ever. The scientists latest report, released April 30, projects a 40% increase i…
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Scientists have a very smelly prediction for Florida beaches this year. Scientists at the University of South Florida Optical Oceanography Lab, who track sargassum, also known as seaweed, are predicting that this year could be Florida’s worst seaweed season ever. The scientists latest report, released April 30, projects a 40% increase in seaweed than the previous record back in 2022. “Some people do have some sort of respiratory sensitivity to i…
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