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But even then, there was still color and life; to hear that 97% to 100% of these once-abundant corals are now gone is a devastating milestone, not just for marine scientists, but for every Floridian who has ever snorkeled our reefs, fished our waters, or depended on coastal protection during hurricane season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the scale of loss is staggering, it cannot be the end of the story. This moment must serve as a catalyst. A wake-up call for immediate action, innovation, and collaboration. In my own coral research, I\u2019ve seen how accessible technology like submersible drones can open doors for research, education, and even restoration in ways once unthinkable.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When I first began working on coral health monitoring in 2019, I saw firsthand how fragile these ecosystems were under increasing stress from warming waters, disease, and pollution. 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