How Commercial Fishing Affects Coral Reefs

Biologists have shown that inhabited coral islands that engage in commercial fishing dramatically alter their nearby reef ecosystems, disturbing the microbes, corals, algae and fish that call the reef home.

Arthur’s Widest Effects? Dangerous Rip Currents

Hurricane Arthur is gaining strength, expected to grow to a Category 2 before grazing the eastern coast, bringing high winds and dangerous rip currents. Even beachgoers hundreds of miles from Hurricane Arthur’s path are facing the danger of rip currents.