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  "id": 18195768,
  "title": "Florida turns 150 tons of discarded concrete and steel into Gulf reef",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/florida-turns-150-tons-of-discarded-concrete-and-steel-into-gulf-reef",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-04T22:28:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/in-florida-150-tons-of-old-concrete-pipes-junction-boxes-and-steel-were-headed-for-landfill-crews-cleaned-the-material-and-lowered-it-70-feet-into-the-gulf-to-create-a-new-artificial-reef-for-marine-life/articleshow/135494894.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "In an innovative environmental initiative, crews in Florida have successfully transformed 150 tons of discarded concrete and steel into a vibrant artificial reef. Positioned 70 feet underwater near Panama City Beach, this strategic deployment not only aims to bolster marine habitats but also supports local fishing and diving communities, fostering a rich biodiversity and enhancing the ecological…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}