A new initiative puts Gov. Ron DeSantis on the path toward his campaign promise to fight red tides in southwest Florida. The Legislature approved a 2019-20 budget that includes more than $600 million ...

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

Sweeping cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration could imperil Florida’s multibillion-dollar fishing industry and coastal economy, industry leaders and scientists warn — a dire ...

GULF COUNTY, Fla. (WCTV) - Data from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission is showing increasing red tide numbers along Florida’s Gulf Coast. “Over the past week, the red tide organism, Karenia ...

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 ...

NOAA's monitoring systems are crucial for predicting and mitigating red tide events, helping communities prepare and minimize economic losses. Proposed budget cuts to NOAA, including the Integrated ...

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 ...