Record sargassum invasion leaves South Florida beachgoers holding their noses

A record sargassum buildup is affecting South Florida beaches, where visitors say the stench and thick debris are making shoreline trips increasingly unpleasant.

A record sargassum buildup is affecting South Florida beaches, where visitors say the foul stench, thick mats of seaweed and difficult access to the water are making shoreline trips increasingly unpleasant. (This video contains AI-assisted content)