Record Sargassum Bloom Engulfs Florida Coast

Giant seaweed masses threaten Florida's environment and tourist economy.
Sargassum is a naturally occurring phenomenon, but this year's bloom is extensive.
Rise in nutrient-rich wastewater from growing global population contributes to sargassum growth.
Bits of the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt have started to wash up in Florida.
Sargassum can cause breathing issues for people with sensitivities and asthma.