Florida's Coral Reefs Face "Mass Mortality" As Record Ocean Temperatures Persist

A buoy off the Florida coast recorded a preliminary temperature of 101.1°F, potentially the hottest seawater ever measured globally.
Prolonged hot water is causing devastating coral bleaching and death in Florida's reefs.
The high ocean temperatures are part of a larger global trend driven by climate change.
Nearby weather stations also documented extreme temperatures over 90°F.
Scientists warn the hot water could fuel stronger tropical storms and hurricanes.