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Your summer beach vacation might be a little more complicated this year, thanks a growing problem on Florida’s coast. Reports are coming in that a 5,000-mile-wide mass of seaweed is forming off of Florida’s coastline. It is literally a growing problem on Florida’s coast this summer.
What is the Growing Problem on Florida’s Coast?
The seaweed is called sargassum, and it totally harmless. However, due to global warming and fertilizer dumping, this year is expected to be one of the biggest growths ever recorded.
This is great for fish, less so for tourists.
For the past few years, beach resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico fought off the seaweed. Sometimes, the piles are 5 or 6 feet deep! Resorts spend millions of dollars to clear the beaches.
While usually harmless, the seaweed will rot on land. It can smell awful and attract bugs and bacteria.
News Flash: Scientists now believe it contains flesh-eating bacteria. (June 2, 2023)
The monster blob is approaching Florida and is expected to start hitting the coastline this summer. It might continue all the way to October.
Looking for a Beach Getaway?
While the seaweed is controllable, it’s not very pleasant. If you want to enjoy the ocean, this might be the year to enjoy an ocean cruise. Or, perhaps try an exciting resort somewhere exotic and new.
Ask an Expert
A travel agent can always update you with any travel news that might spoil your relaxation. So, whether there is seaweed blooming at your beach resort, or you missed your flight, a travel agent can help you have a safe and pleasant vacation. There are many fun and exciting options to explore that you might not have considered.
Whether it is another problem on the Florida Coast or another airline meltdown, we inform you to make your vacation better. If you want to start planning a vacation somewhere seaweed-free. Reach out to us.
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