# Plastic Is Sinking to the Seafloor | Hartford News

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Podcast: [Hartford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hartford-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569670)
Published: 2026-09-13T16:24:58+00:00
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New research reveals millions of tons of microplastics are sinking to the ocean floor—not floating on the surface as once thought. Using advanced modeling and ocean data, scientists found that plastic sinks due to density and organic buildup, posing new threats to deep-sea creatures like corals and shellfish. This reshapes cleanup strategies and underscores the urgent need to map seafloor plastic hotspots and mitigate long-term damage. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/national-international/why-are-americans-so-tired-so-often/3774493/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6e63be28cdbb4d8b Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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