This year's harmful algae bloom along the Southern California coast was particularly severe, resulting in high mortality rates among marine mammals. While recent tests indicate a decline in toxic algae levels, experts caution that the coastal ecosystem is still vulnerable. The algae bloom was fueled by nutrient-rich upwelling and occurred earlier than usual this year. Marine biologists are focused on rehabilitating affected animals while remaining vigilant for potential future outbreaks, as this is now a recurring issue affecting the region each year.
It's definitely over, but we still have the work of rehabilitating the [animals] that we have saved... And we're not out of the woods with this year at all.
Levels of toxic algae species in Southern California coastal waters have declined in recent weeks below thresholds that pose a threat to marine wildlife.
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