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Sargassum buildup benefits dune system

BY Sasha Heller editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com The beaches of South Padre Island are currently inundated with an historic level of sargassum, or “gulfweed,” and while it may seem unsightly, the massive amount of seaweed actually nourishes the beaches and the ecosystem that inhabits it. SPI Coastal Resources Manager Reuben Trevino on Tuesday explained the significance of the …

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Water District installs microfiltration system

BY SASHA HELLER Managing Editor editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com The Laguna Madre Water District announced this week that the Microfiltration System has been installed at the Laguna Vista Water Plant. Customers may experience periods of low water pressure and a slight water discoloration over the next few weeks as the installation process is completed and the pH level …

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