The water at the breakwall outside and inside the harbor has a green cast to it. The effect of the storm runoffs may still have lingering effects. Coral bleaching can be seen from shore.… Read more “Greener water at Kawaihae, Hawaii”
Coral Bleaching at Kawaihae Reef 9.1.2015
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9.1.2015 Coral bleaching started at this location, and mound and lobe corals were photographed. The water temperature is 84F-86F. Last year, the bleaching events on other islands were much worse. This is much worse this year at this location than last. A temperature of 84-86F was recorded on 8.16.2015.… Read more “Coral Bleaching at Kawaihae Reef 9.1.2015”