Global Warming and Florida

FACT SHEET:

Global Warming and Florida Fact Sheet [0]

By 2100, the Environmental Protection Agency estimates average temperatures in Florida could increase 3-4 degrees Fahrenheit, and sea level could rise another 18-20 inches. How will this affect the people and wildlife of the state?

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OPINION POLL:

Global Warming Opinion Survey of Hunters and Anglers in Florida [0]

A first-of-its kind Florida poll has found that the state's anglers and hunters, who voted for President Bush over John Kerry by a two to one margin in 2004, are overwhelmingly dissatisfied with the nation's current energy situation and believe global warming is already happening in Florida.

74 percent of Florida sportsmen believe that global warming is an urgent problem requiring immediate attention.

63 percent (55 percent who voted for George W. Bush), believe the country is on the "wrong track" in meeting its energy needs.

93 percent of Florida sportsmen agree with President Bush's statement that America is "addicted to oil." Among those that agree, however, 83 percent say the Administration and Congress are not doing enough to break the addiction.

REPORT:

An Unfavorable Tide: Global Warming, Coastal Habitats and Sportfishing in Florida [0]

[0]How will global warming affect the "Fishing Capital of the World?" The National Wildlife Federation and the Florida Wildlife Federation commissioned an independent researcher to study nine areas along Florida's coast to see how the mid-range scenario of a 15-inch rise in average sea level during this century would affect coastal habitats.

"Wherever you fish in Florida, this report literally hits home," says Terry Gibson, Managing Editor, Shallow Water Angler