World● Low1h ago · Nov 9, 2026, 6:00 PM
Florida will sink iconic ship Thursday to create world's largest artificial reef
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from Clarín · North America
The SS United States liner, over 300 meters long, will be sunk to form the largest artificial reef in the Gulf of Mexico, near Destin. The initiative, led by Okaloosa County, seeks to enhance marine biodiversity and tourism, although it faces opposition from conservative groups.
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