Does Hurricane Sandy Have a Silver Lining? | National Geographic

Last year, Hurricane Sandy split Fire Island, New York into two islands, creating a new inlet to the bay behind it. Scientists say that the breach actually helps clean the bay waters, and fishermen are seeing positive changes.

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Does Hurricane Sandy Have a Silver Lining? | National Geographic

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[Ladybugsong]

this was filmed really well, acceptance of ALL things

[djmaster]

"I hope somethings grows back so I can kill it"

[MP]

Sandy sucked, but I it's crazy how such a disaster helped marine life.