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Mississippi River Runoff Threatens Coral Reefs
Original: Mississippi River Runoff Threatens Flower Garden Banks Coral Reefs
Runoff carried down the Mississippi River is posing a threat to the coral reefs of the Flower Garden Banks in the Gulf of Mexico. Nutrient-rich freshwater from the river can fuel algal blooms and lower water quality, stressing corals already vulnerable to warming seas. Diving and conservation outlets are flagging the risk to this protected marine sanctuary.
Why now: Reports that Mississippi River freshwater runoff could damage the Flower Garden Banks reef sanctuary have raised concern among divers and marine conservation communities.
Mississippi RiverFlower Garden Banks National Marine SanctuaryGulf of Mexico
Evidence
- Mississippi River Runoff Threatens Flower Garden Banks Coral Reefs · DeeperBlue.com
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