Summer Marine Heatwaves: A Mixed Outlook for Australia's Reefs
Update: 2025-12-12
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New long-range forecasts suggest a less severe marine heatwave summer for Australia, but the northern Great Barrier Reef still faces coral bleaching risks. Warmer-than-usual water temperatures in 2024 led to unprecedented coral bleaching and fish deaths. The forecasts offer good news for Western Australias coastline, but marine heatwaves are expected to become more common due to climate change. Authorities are preparing for these water temperature heatwaves, briefing various groups on long-range predictions.
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