Marine Heatwave Wipes Out Coral in Tuvalu, Threatening Inhabitability

Scientists warn that the Pacific island nation of Tuvalu could become unliveable by the end of the century due to rising sea levels and climate change impacts.

A marine heatwave in 2024 reportedly destroyed an estimated 99.9% of the coral formations supporting the islands, according to marine biologist Austin Bowden-Kerby.

Local scientist Rajneel Singh noted that climate change has reduced fish sizes and catch frequencies for the country's population of 10,600.