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  "id": 8729237,
  "title": "Florida sinks 3M lbs concrete off Destin to build 3 artificial reefs",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/20/florida-sinks-3m-lbs-concrete-off-destin-to-build-3-artificial-reefs",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-09-20T15:11:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/florida-is-sinking-3-million-pounds-of-repurposed-concrete-culverts-off-destin-fort-walton-beach-the-discarded-structures-will-form-three-artificial-reefs-each-built-from-about-500-tons-of-concrete/articleshow/134370215.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "In an innovative approach, old concrete pipes are being repurposed as artificial reefs in the Gulf of Mexico. This initiative will create three new underwater habitats near Destin-Fort Walton Beach. These structures offer vital shelter for various marine species and bolster local fisheries. Additionally, this project enhances Florida's Coastal Corridor program by linking essential marine…",
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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."
}