Red tide blooming near Florida Gulf coast beaches has drifted closer to Sarasota County over the past week, but beach impacts are limited.

DOH says coastal residents should keep their window and doors closed and use air conditioning instead of the sea breeze to cool their homes at this time because the air is potentially toxic.

The harmful algal bloom called red tide has returned to Southwest Florida, impacting our local beaches. Here's where to swim ...

The Lee County area is the hot spot now, according to recent state reports, which show high toxicity counts here. Fish and marine mammal kills can start once levels reach 10,000 cells per liter.

When this bacteria is present in the water, its contaminants suppress its oxygen, making it a fatal habitat for its in-water and waterfront residents and visitors. Red tide can have debilitating ...

The Department of Health has warned that being in proximity to red tide can still cause a health impact, regardless of if you ...

Shore Regional is asking voters to approve $51 million in school improvements at a time when one of its towns — Sea Bright — ...

High and low water on Thursday 13 February at Blackpool ...

High and low water on Wednesday 12 February at Padstow ...

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