MODIS dataset (IMAGE) University of South Florida Caption This image from the MODIS dataset shows surface water temperatures off Southwest Florida in July 2023 is mostly two degrees Celsius warmer than the previous 20 years in response to the 2023 marine heat wave. Courtesy of Jing Shi. Credit Jing Shi, University of South Florida Usage Restrictions NA License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.