during hurricane fabian in september 2003, the outer (western) third of the swamp, accounting for 25–30% of the total area of mangroves, suffered total destruction. global warming has also caused rise in tidal levels resulting in damage to the swamps. more recently, residents have begun to voice concerns over the seabright sewage outflow, which enters hungry bay itself. a resident of the bay noted the persistent appearance of a "shiny slick" emanating from seabright extending to the "reef-line a few hundred yards off".