March 22 is World Water Day, an annual event promoted by the United Nations to highlight a lack of clean water around the globe. ...

A pod of orcas was spotted swimming near the shores of Fox Island, Washington. ...

A manatee swims among seagrass in the Homosassa River north of Tampa Bay on Oct. 5, 2021, in Homosassa, Florida. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images) At a Glance The Southwest Florida Water Management District surveys seagrass in Tampa Bay and other waterways in the region every two years.Seagrass helps filter sediment to keep water clear, prevents erosion and provides critical habitat and food for marine life.Seagrasses also serve as a carbon sink. Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletterto get weekday...