DiscoverPossibly PodcastShould we be concerned about red seaweed washing up on Rhode Island’s beaches?
Should we be concerned about red seaweed washing up on Rhode Island’s beaches?

Should we be concerned about red seaweed washing up on Rhode Island’s beaches?

Update: 2025-11-11
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Red seaweed has been washing up on Rhode Island beaches for years, but what is it? This week on Possibly we explain what’s causing this red seaweed to appear, how it’s different from harmful “red tides” and how it might help the planet.


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Should we be concerned about red seaweed washing up on Rhode Island’s beaches?

Should we be concerned about red seaweed washing up on Rhode Island’s beaches?

Christine Peng, Emma Mejia and Megan Hall