It's officially spring break season in Florida! However, whether you're a native Floridian or a seasoned visitor to the state's coasts, you know it only takes a visit from one unwanted visitor to ruin ...

Whether you're a native Floridian or a seasoned visitor to the state's coasts, you know it only takes a visit from one unwanted visitor to ruin any beach day — red tide. Karenia brevis is a naturally ...

Floridians on the Gulf Coast are facing a "high risk" of irritation because of red tide, the National Weather Service (NWS) said on Monday. The NWS posted on X, formerly Twitter, that for the next 36 ...

The smell of dead fish due to red tide is clogging up beaches in Charlotte County. Medium concentrations of red tide, or Karenia brevis, is shown in the latest map from the Florida Fish and Wildlife ...

It is not a bad start to the Red Tide season across western Florida, especially since no microorganisms have been detected in the southwest, where toxic algae blooms often occur during early fall. But ...

Red tide is caused by a naturally occurring organism called Karenia brevis, which can discolor water and release toxins. While red tide is more common in warmer months, it can occur year-round and ...

Red tide blooms have been reported along Florida's Gulf Coast. Swimming in areas with red tide can cause skin irritation and burning eyes, especially for those with sensitive skin. People with severe ...