The impact of coral bleaching caused by rising sea temperatures has affected more than 50 percent of the coral reefs in Malaysia's marine parks, according to a recent study conducted between April and June [fece65c8]. The mass bleaching events have prompted the fisheries department to urge tour operators to control the number of tourists involved in recreational activities to reduce pressure on the reefs [fece65c8]. If the bleaching exceeds 80 percent, further management interventions, such as temporary access restrictions, may be implemented to protect the affected reefs [fece65c8]. To address the issue, the department is establishing a coral bleaching response committee consisting of researchers, NGOs, and representatives from the states of Sabah and Sarawak on Borneo island [fece65c8]. Coral bleaching events are a global concern, with record ocean temperatures causing reefs in 62 countries and territories to turn ghostly white as they expel the algae that live inside them [fece65c8]. The consequences of coral bleaching extend beyond the health of oceans, impacting livelihoods, food security, and local economies [fece65c8].