Florida’s current climate

Several factors currently threaten the well-being of Florida’s climate, and if left alone they will greatly harm the state

Sea Level Rise

RED TIDE

Red Tide is a harmful algae bloom along Florida’s west coast.

The toxins within the algae bloom harm nervous systems after consumption.

100 miles of red tide can spread along the Florida coastline.

3 Over million fish have been removed from waterways.

2.4% of Florida land is at risk of flooding due to rises in sea level.

The leading cause of sea level rise is greenhouse gas emissions.

8 inches

Sea level is higher today than it was in 1950.

Invasive Species

500+ Invasive species currently inhabit the state of Florida.

Burmese Python: This invasive snake population occupies Florida’s Everglades.

Lionfish: These predatory reef fish wipe out native fish populations and disrupt the food chain.

Green Iguana: The burrows of these reptiles disrupt the foundation of Florida’s infrastructure.

SOURCES:

SeaLevelRise.org, Tampa Bay’s National Public Radio, Massachusetts institute of Technology, Fish and Wildlife Foundation of Florida, National Invasive Species Information Center, National Wildlife Federation, Visit Florida, NASA