PERSPECTA

News from every angle

← Back to headlines

Sargassum Seaweed Covers Florida Beaches, Researchers Warn Other States

Florida beaches are experiencing a significant influx of Sargassum seaweed, which emits a rotten egg smell as it decomposes. Researchers are advising other states to prepare for similar occurrences.

20 Jun, 20:49 — 20 Jun, 20:49
PostShare

Sources

Showing 1 of 1 sources
The IndependentMostly Factual10h ago

Smelly seaweed is covering Florida beaches - and researchers warn other states to be prepared

Sargassum smells like rotten eggs because it emits hydrogen sulfide as it rots

By Katie Hawkinson

Read full article →

Related Stories

Anti-Nuclear Groups Oppose Bataan Power Plant Revival

just now

Astronomical Summer Begins in Northern Hemisphere

10m ago

Cold Front Brings Temporary Relief from Heat in Finland, Potential Heatwave Later

41m ago

Cyclone Senyar Devastates Sumatra, Threatening Endangered Tapanuli Orangutans

44m ago