We typically see the red tide to the north of Tampa and south of Naples. “It’s not uncommon to see a red tide bloom initiate off Sarasota and blow north to Tampa or Sanibel,” he said.

New research from NOAA revealed that the 2018 red tide event caused $2.7 billion in losses. The harmful algal bloom left beaches empty and businesses that depend on tourism struggling to survive.

World Sea Turtle Day — the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) officially broke ground on its Harkey Sea Turtle ...

We needed rain and we are sure getting it. Afternoon thunderstorms interrupted fishing and brought a lot of rain about ...

The beaches with the best shells are brimming with natural treasures. It's time for a visit. A beach day? (S)hell yeah!

Poor water quality on Sanibel Island poses a significant threat to its economy. The state is investing over a billion dollars ...

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The latest sampling results from FWC show the red tide in our region following hurricanes Helene and Milton continues to push south. Professor emeritus Bob Weisburg has ...

Florida's coastal waters are currently clear of the red tide organism, Karenia brevis, with no observable presence in samples ...

Updated: Jun 6, 2025 / 09:38 AM EDT TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – It’s one of the most anticipated seasons of the year for offshore anglers — American red snapper season is officially open in the Gulf!

Slack Tide is open and airy, with garage doors that open onto the courtyard and an outdoor covered patio for dining. It will seat roughly 40 inside and 40 outside, as well as a private dining ...