The Earth Is Nearing an Environmental Tipping Point:
Today’s global coral bleaching events are the worst kind of climate warning.
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Key FactsHistoric Heat Wave Threatens 84% of Coral Reefs
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- The ongoing global bleaching event has affected 84% of coral reefs, surpassing the 2014–2017 crisis.
- Record ocean surface temperatures in 2024, reaching 20.87°C, drive corals to expel vital algae, leading to bleaching.
- Coral reefs support marine biodiversity, fisheries, tourism, and coastal protection but face increased mortality from severe bleaching.
- Experts stress that cutting greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel use is essential to safeguard coral ecosystems.
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