NASA Reports Near-Record Sargassum Belt Levels in June 2026

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Published: 2026-07-29
Category: science
Source: NASA Science
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NASA's Earth Observatory reported that the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt reached near-record levels in June 2026, with the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of America experiencing all-time highs. This continues a trend observed since 2011, indicating a significant proliferation of Sargassum in the tropical Atlantic, which can impact marine ecosystems, coastal tourism, and fishing industries.

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