NOAA Cuts Could Harm Southwest Florida Fishing Economy, Threaten Red Tide Research
Sweeping cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration could imperil Florida's multibillion-dollar fishing industry and coastal economy, industry leaders and scientists warn -- a dire prospect for a region built on tourism, seafood and the health of its waters.
Beyond running the national weather monitoring and alert systems -- its most visible role -- NOAA also works to prevent overfishing, monitor the coastal environment and support local ocean research.
For Florida's Gulf Coast, that means researching red tide, addressing habitat loss and restoring overfished species. Since 2020 alone, NOAA...
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