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Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt
The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt is a mass of ''Sargassum'' in the Atlantic Ocean, and is the largest Algal bloom, macroalgae bloom in the world. History This ''Sargassum'' was first reported by Christopher Columbus in the 15th century but recently appeared in 2011 in the Atlantic. As of 2023, the belt is estimated to weigh about 5.5 million metric tonnes and extends , stretching from West Africa to the Gulf of Mexico. Effects Due to the smell, the attracted insects, and the sheer amount of it piling up on beaches, the Sargassum Belt has a negative impact on communities in the Caribbean, and West Africa. When the ''Sargassum'' dies after about 48 hours on land, it releases hydrogen sulfide, a toxic gas. The sulfide can irritate eyes, nose and throat and has a smell akin to that of rotting eggs. The sulfide also can affect people with respiratory problems, including asthma. In 2022, the largest bloom on record was recorded, causing Guadeloupe to issue a health alert, as wel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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