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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Red tide blooms could still return during winter months, researchers say
Even though the toxic algae blooms have dissipated and a typical red tide season is from October to December, USF researchers say there’s still a chance for them to return over the next few months.
Teens help snook population rebound after cold snaps, red tide
For the past eight months, Riverview High School students have taken on the big responsibility of measuring, weighing and preparing snook to be released.
Mote tests machine that can remove red tide without harming marine life
At the Florida Red Tide Mitigation and Technology Development Facility at the Mote Aquaculture Research Park, the OZONIX Mobile Water Treatment Unit is being put to the test. The system processes up to 4,000 gallons of water per minute, removing red tide while allowing other marine life to thrive.
Researchers concerned about possible red tide impact following dolphin baby boom
Researchers are concerned about the potential impact red tide will have on dolphin calves after 18 babies were recently born, which is just shy of the record of 21 calves born in 2019.
150 sea turtles killed by red tide so far this year, FWC says
FWC researchers say they've documented around 150 sea turtles that have been killed by red tide so far this year. Wildlife volunteers say they've started to see dead juvenile sea turtles washing ashore.
After red tide bloom, more homeowners considering 'green' fertilizers
This summer's massive red tide bloom has many homeowners thinking about the size of their environmental footprint, especially when it comes to lawn fertilizers that feed algae blooms.