Christmas cold weather could alleviate red tide along Pinellas beaches
The beach was packed with people watching the sunset Monday evening, despite high levels of red tide being detected off the coast.
The beach was packed with people watching the sunset Monday evening, despite high levels of red tide being detected off the coast.
Red tide bloom tracks north, killing 1,700 pounds of fish along St. Pete Beach
A bloom of red tide algae is killing fish and making trips to the beach unpleasant along Pinellas County's southern beaches, including St. Pete Beach and Pass-a-Grille.
A bloom of red tide algae is killing fish and making trips to the beach unpleasant along Pinellas County's southern beaches, including St. Pete Beach and Pass-a-Grille.
Red tide isn’t keeping tourists off Pinellas County beaches
Beachgoers didn’t let a red tide bloom ruin their weekend.
Beachgoers didn’t let a red tide bloom ruin their weekend.
Pinellas County ups red tide response with high concentrations found on beaches
A Pinellas County spokesperson said they are implementing phase one of it's red tide response plan after samples found high concentrations of red tide at Pass-a-Grille and Treasure Island. A health alert was issued Friday for the beaches.
A Pinellas County spokesperson said they are implementing phase one of it's red tide response plan after samples found high concentrations of red tide at Pass-a-Grille and Treasure Island. A health alert was issued Friday for the beaches.
Red tide triggers respiratory warning in Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota counties
A new advisory in Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota counties warns beachgoers of an increased risk for respiratory issues
A new advisory in Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota counties warns beachgoers of an increased risk for respiratory issues
Florida Aquarium, Ocean Conservancy team up to talk about solutions to red tide
The Florida Aquarium is teaming up with Ocean Conservancy to host panel discussions about what red tide is, how it spreads and what needs to be done to prevent it from destroying the gulf and Tampa Bay.
The Florida Aquarium is teaming up with Ocean Conservancy to host panel discussions about what red tide is, how it spreads and what needs to be done to prevent it from destroying the gulf and Tampa Bay.
Sarasota scientists working on ‘game changing’ red tide research to keep shellfish farmers in business
New technology may allow shellfish farmers to test for red tide toxins, allowing them to self-monitor the levels in their harvest.
New technology may allow shellfish farmers to test for red tide toxins, allowing them to self-monitor the levels in their harvest.
Low red tide amounts detected near Fort De Soto Park, state officials say
The latest test results from Pinellas County’s Environmental Management team Thursday showed low levels of red tide at Gulf Pier and Bay Pier in Fort De Soto Park in Pinellas County.
The latest test results from Pinellas County’s Environmental Management team Thursday showed low levels of red tide at Gulf Pier and Bay Pier in Fort De Soto Park in Pinellas County.
Dead fish line Siesta Beach as red tide impacts parts of Sarasota Bay
On Siesta Beach, a line of dead fish can be seen in the sand, signaling red tide is back in Sarasota County.
On Siesta Beach, a line of dead fish can be seen in the sand, signaling red tide is back in Sarasota County.
Red tide returns to Sarasota County beaches
Researchers in Sarasota are working to see if hurricanes had an impact on the return of red tide to the county's beaches. They believe the current bloom was present a month ago, but it will take time to tell if there are any correlations.
Researchers in Sarasota are working to see if hurricanes had an impact on the return of red tide to the county's beaches. They believe the current bloom was present a month ago, but it will take time to tell if there are any correlations.
Elevated red tide levels detected at Sarasota County beaches after Hurricane Ian
Public health officials in Sarasota County are once again warning the public of elevated red tide levels detected at local beaches.
Public health officials in Sarasota County are once again warning the public of elevated red tide levels detected at local beaches.
Red tide detected at multiple Sarasota County beaches following Hurricane Ian
The water Hurricane Ian dumped on the state three weeks ago drained into the Gulf with the ingredients to trigger a harmful algal bloom. Now, signs are posted at multiple beaches in Sarasota County warning beach goers red tide is present.
The water Hurricane Ian dumped on the state three weeks ago drained into the Gulf with the ingredients to trigger a harmful algal bloom. Now, signs are posted at multiple beaches in Sarasota County warning beach goers red tide is present.
Some people susceptible to neurological effects of red tide, new study suggests
Hundreds of thousands of pounds of dead fish washed ashore on Sarasota and Manatee counties beaches in 2017 and 2018. While red tide had its impact on the area, scientists at Roskamp Institute were studying the effects on humans.
Hundreds of thousands of pounds of dead fish washed ashore on Sarasota and Manatee counties beaches in 2017 and 2018. While red tide had its impact on the area, scientists at Roskamp Institute were studying the effects on humans.
Florida to put millions of dollars toward restoring waterways, tackling red tide
Florida will put millions of dollars toward restoring waterways and tackling red tide, an announcement that came on World Oceans Day Wednesday.
Florida will put millions of dollars toward restoring waterways and tackling red tide, an announcement that came on World Oceans Day Wednesday.
Algae bloom leads health officials to issue warning for Lake Hamilton ahead of holiday weekend
The Florida Department of Health is warning people to stay away from a recreational spot in Polk County this holiday weekend.
The Florida Department of Health is warning people to stay away from a recreational spot in Polk County this holiday weekend.
'We have to do more': Study shows human activity plays role in intensifying red tide blooms over last decade
The red tide bloom last summer killed hundreds of tons of fish a few months after 200 million gallons of waste water was spilled from Piney Point into Tampa Bay.
The red tide bloom last summer killed hundreds of tons of fish a few months after 200 million gallons of waste water was spilled from Piney Point into Tampa Bay.
Annual bloom severity index helps accurately measure, document red tide year after year
Southwest Florida has suffered devastating red tides in recent years, but because the blooms hit at different times and locations along the coast, it’s difficult to compare the severity year after year.
Southwest Florida has suffered devastating red tides in recent years, but because the blooms hit at different times and locations along the coast, it’s difficult to compare the severity year after year.
Polk County health officials issue blue-green algae alert for Lake Crago
Polk County has issued a health alert due to blue-green algae in a Lakeland waterway, prompting concerns from residents over what caused the bloom in a place and during a time of year not known for that type of algae.
Polk County has issued a health alert due to blue-green algae in a Lakeland waterway, prompting concerns from residents over what caused the bloom in a place and during a time of year not known for that type of algae.
ZooTampa releases rehabilitated manatee into Gulf of Mexico after treating for red tide toxicity
ZooTampa has released a manatee back into the Gulf of Mexico after treating the sea cow for red tide toxicity for two months.
ZooTampa has released a manatee back into the Gulf of Mexico after treating the sea cow for red tide toxicity for two months.
Hillsborough County to crack down on use of harmful fertilizers during rainy season
Hillsborough County leaders are cracking down on nutrient pollution leaking into Tampa Bay. Next year, fertilizer use will be regulated in the county during the rainy season.
Hillsborough County leaders are cracking down on nutrient pollution leaking into Tampa Bay. Next year, fertilizer use will be regulated in the county during the rainy season.