In Key West, testing shows cruise ships stir up as much sediment as a hurricane

Tests in Key West show sediment stirred up by cruise ships, which can harm marine life, routinely exceed federal standards. Key West has responded by suspending the tests.

Mar 5, 2025 - 12:32
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In Key West, testing shows cruise ships stir up as much sediment as a hurricane
Tests show the amount of sediment stirred up by large cruise ships often exceeds EPA standards and can  damage the marine environment.

Tests in Key West show sediment stirred up by cruise ships, which can harm marine life, routinely exceed federal standards. Key West has responded by suspending the tests.

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