The SS United States, a retired luxury ocean liner renowned for its speed and glamorous past, is set to be sunk off the Florida Panhandle to become an artificial reef. As preparations are underway, officials including Alex Fogg express enthusiasm about the benefits to both marine ecosystems and local tourism. The investment of $10 million by Okaloosa County is expected to generate significant economic impact, estimated at $3 to $5 million annually, as divers and tourists flock to the new underwater attraction.
The S.S. United States is set to be transformed into the world's largest artificial reef, marking a new chapter for the iconic luxury ocean liner.
Alex Fogg, overseeing the sinking project, anticipates a substantial economic boost from the wreck as it attracts visitors to Okaloosa County.
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