The Florida Department of Health in Bay County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Mexico Beach.

Red tide concentrations have significantly increased in Northwest Florida over the past week, with bloom-level concentrations ...

Samples of red tide-causing algae found in St Andrews Bay, high concentrations in Mexico Beach. Meanwhile a separate bacteria ...

Florida's red tide is a recurring harmful algal bloom that poses a persistent threat to the state's coast. The bloom, caused by Karenia brevis algae, can lead to significant fish kills and harm marine ...

Southwest Florida's beautiful beaches are a major draw for tourists, but red tide can quickly spoil a day by the ocean. Brenda Tremblay, a tourist, described the water as "gorgeous," but noted that ...

Red tide is a toxic algae bloom that can be deadly to marine life and harmful to humans. Blooms typically occur in the fall but can happen at any time and last from a few days to several years. The ...