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[September Free Report] A Boom in Algae |
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by Jayden Kim | 30-09-2022 16:16
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In California, algae bloom has become a major issue for our economy and the safety of humans and animals. Algae bloom has become frequently seen in areas of human interaction, in lakes, oceans, etc. One especially near Lake tahoe, a popular lake that many go for vacation and to swim, fish, and to enjoy.
Algae bloom is caused unnecessary amounts of increased nutrients in the water or from higher temperatures. Increased nutrients may come from human interactions such as agricultural runoff, factories, etc. Climate change has also a huge affect on algae bloom, for it allows it to flourish due to the higher temperatures. Algae can cause devastating damages to marine life and humans too. Florida in the past have had 100s of million dollars worth of damages due to algae bloom. Algae bloom can reduce the oxygen level in waters, and therefore killing the animals by intoxicating them. When consumed by other animals or humans, the toxins can be inhales by humans, sickening humans and animals. The San Francisco Bay has had this problem for decades. Each year, it kills 10s of thousands of fish and wildlife. Due to California's recent burst of heatwaves and high temperatures, algae blooms will continue to thrive. More and more damage is being done because of climate change and higher temperatures. Credits: https://www.newsweek.com/california-algal-blooms-dangerous-toxins-killing-fish-1739915
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Jayden Kim
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2 Comments
Hello, this is your mentor Minkyung!
You demonstrated well how algae bloom occurs and causes damage in various aspects. Algae bloom is also a serious problem in Korea, and I could see that this is becoming a global environmental crisis. It is time that we consider this a severe problem and try to deal with the issue.
Keep up the hard work :)
Posted 01-10-2022 20:21
Hi, Jayden Kim!
This is your mentor, Yoon.
It is very interesting to know that the algae bloom affected marine life and humans in California. I like how you referred to the case in Florida to display the damage explicitly.
Nice job on writing the monthly free report!
I am looking forward to reading your following report!
Posted 01-10-2022 01:21