Global report shows humans are 'unequivocally' contributing to climate warming
A new United Nations report on climate change attributes rising temperatures and extreme weather events to human behavior, reaffirming much of what scientists have been predicting about global warming.
A new United Nations report on climate change attributes rising temperatures and extreme weather events to human behavior, reaffirming much of what scientists have been predicting about global warming.
'Code red for humanity': UN climate change report warns of 'unprecedented' impacts
A U.N. report said Earth’s climate is getting so hot that temperatures will probably blow past a level of warming that leaders have sought to prevent.
A U.N. report said Earth’s climate is getting so hot that temperatures will probably blow past a level of warming that leaders have sought to prevent.
Scientists fear second red tide bloom may occur later this summer
Dr. Tracy Fanara stopped at Shark Con in Tampa to talk about a weather event responsible for shark bite anomalies that might be linked to red tide.
Dr. Tracy Fanara stopped at Shark Con in Tampa to talk about a weather event responsible for shark bite anomalies that might be linked to red tide.
Despite dwindling presence of red tide, marine life continues to suffer around Tampa Bay
Environmental officials around Tampa Bay are hopeful the worst of red tide is coming to an end as tests show low concentrations in the bay and along Pinellas County's coast.
Environmental officials around Tampa Bay are hopeful the worst of red tide is coming to an end as tests show low concentrations in the bay and along Pinellas County's coast.
State seeking 'maximum possible penalties' in lawsuit against Piney Point owner
The state of Florida has filed a lawsuit against the company that oversees the old Piney Point fertilizer plant wastewater holding ponds that spilled hundreds of millions of gallons into Tampa Bay earlier this year.
The state of Florida has filed a lawsuit against the company that oversees the old Piney Point fertilizer plant wastewater holding ponds that spilled hundreds of millions of gallons into Tampa Bay earlier this year.
Biden signs executive order targeting 50% of all US vehicles to be zero-emission by 2030
President Joe Biden signed an executive order Thursday targeting half of all vehicle sales in the United States to be zero-emission vehicles by 2030.
President Joe Biden signed an executive order Thursday targeting half of all vehicle sales in the United States to be zero-emission vehicles by 2030.
Residents want more action, less talk when it comes to deciding the fate of Piney Point
Trucks and crews continue putting the 258 million gallons of water remaining in the Piney Point stack through treatments to reduce nitrogen and phosphate. "I will tell you it’s still a struggle," the county administrator said.
Trucks and crews continue putting the 258 million gallons of water remaining in the Piney Point stack through treatments to reduce nitrogen and phosphate. "I will tell you it’s still a struggle," the county administrator said.
Drones, money pitched to bolster red tide efforts
Members of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said more-proactive measures are needed because red tide outbreaks will continue to hinder the state, particularly the Gulf Coast, which is struggling with an outbreak in the Tampa Bay area.
Members of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said more-proactive measures are needed because red tide outbreaks will continue to hinder the state, particularly the Gulf Coast, which is struggling with an outbreak in the Tampa Bay area.
Rescued manatee being treated for red tide at ZooTampa
When manatees are impacted by red tide, it can cause seizures and paralysis, causing manatees to drown because they can't rise to the surface to breathe, according to ZooTampa.
When manatees are impacted by red tide, it can cause seizures and paralysis, causing manatees to drown because they can't rise to the surface to breathe, according to ZooTampa.
Skeptical fishermen worry about future of the bay -- and their livelihoods
We don’t see dead fish near the mouth of the Alafia River as we did a month ago. But there’s a lot of frustration among fishermen who say the bay remains damaged. "The whole thing is a vicious cycle," one complained.
We don’t see dead fish near the mouth of the Alafia River as we did a month ago. But there’s a lot of frustration among fishermen who say the bay remains damaged. "The whole thing is a vicious cycle," one complained.
Fried looks to update Florida's water rules
Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried, who is running to be the Democratic gubernatorial candidate, began a series of appearances Monday to highlight water-related problems including algae blooms and a spike in manatee deaths.
Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried, who is running to be the Democratic gubernatorial candidate, began a series of appearances Monday to highlight water-related problems including algae blooms and a spike in manatee deaths.
Maggots fill sand along Lido Beach after red tide fish kill
Hundreds of tons of dead fish – victims of the red tide algae bloom – have been pulled from the coast, but now some beachgoers are finding another unwelcome impact of red tide.
Hundreds of tons of dead fish – victims of the red tide algae bloom – have been pulled from the coast, but now some beachgoers are finding another unwelcome impact of red tide.
Dogs create problems for birds and water quality along Lido Beach
In an effort to protect visitors and birds, the city of Sarasota is putting up signs reminding pet owners that dogs are not allowed on Lido Beach.
In an effort to protect visitors and birds, the city of Sarasota is putting up signs reminding pet owners that dogs are not allowed on Lido Beach.
Red tide, pandemic deliver one-two punch to fishing businesses
For many Bay Area businesses, COVID-19 was the first of a one-two punch. Now, it’s the red tide crisis, which is leaving anglers without work and fishing stores without customers.
For many Bay Area businesses, COVID-19 was the first of a one-two punch. Now, it’s the red tide crisis, which is leaving anglers without work and fishing stores without customers.
Two-headed turtle found at South Carolina state park
South Carolina park volunteers found three loggerhead sea turtle hatchlings -- and one had two heads.
South Carolina park volunteers found three loggerhead sea turtle hatchlings -- and one had two heads.
Fishing industry devastated by warming waters in US West
Fishermen who make their living off adult salmon, once they enter the Pacific Ocean, are sounding the alarm as blistering heat waves and extended drought in the U.S. West raise water temperatures and imperil fish from Idaho to California.
Fishermen who make their living off adult salmon, once they enter the Pacific Ocean, are sounding the alarm as blistering heat waves and extended drought in the U.S. West raise water temperatures and imperil fish from Idaho to California.
Hundreds of sharks take refuge from red tide in Longboat Key canals
The canals of Buttonwood Harbour aren't usually home to sharks, but hundreds of bonnethead, lemon, and nurse sharks trying to survive red tide have found themselves gathered there indefinitely.
The canals of Buttonwood Harbour aren't usually home to sharks, but hundreds of bonnethead, lemon, and nurse sharks trying to survive red tide have found themselves gathered there indefinitely.
Florida wildlife officials to discuss record manatee deaths during next meeting
Next week, Florida Fish and Wildlife officials will discuss the record surge in manatee deaths.
Next week, Florida Fish and Wildlife officials will discuss the record surge in manatee deaths.
Red tide prediction map shows worsening conditions on Pinellas County beaches
The map may look like a toddler had some fun with a crayon, but thanks to researchers at the University of South Florida, it actually gives us a way to look at the forecast of red tide for the next few days.
The map may look like a toddler had some fun with a crayon, but thanks to researchers at the University of South Florida, it actually gives us a way to look at the forecast of red tide for the next few days.
Lawn clippings, dog droppings, fertilizer all contribute to red tide, scientists say
The spill of wastewater from Piney Point is likely fueling the red tide algal bloom in Tampa Bay, but many everyday activities around the bay also play a big role in the health of the waterway.
The spill of wastewater from Piney Point is likely fueling the red tide algal bloom in Tampa Bay, but many everyday activities around the bay also play a big role in the health of the waterway.