Beaches on the Florida Gulf coast have seen respite from red tide in recent weeks, and heavy rainfall this week has subsided just in time for an ideal weekend to hit the beach in Sarasota and Manatee.

Beaches on the Florida Gulf coast have seen respite from red tide in recent weeks, and heavy rainfall this week has subsided ...

University of South Florida researchers have discovered connections between certain viruses and red tide blooms ... economic drivers in communities like Sarasota and Manatee counties when severe ...

According to the Florida Department of Health, symptoms from breathing red tide toxins are temporary and usually include: Dead fish covered many beaches in Sarasota and Manatee County beaches over ...

Red tide has long plagued Florida beaches, bringing coughing, burning eyes and piles of dead fish. Scientists have been searching for a solution for decades, but progress has been elusive.

Identifying viruses associated with red tide can help researchers forecast the development of blooms and better understand environmental factors that can cause blooms to terminate. The study marks ...

GET IT ON G E T I T O N A new study aims to solve the mystery surrounding red tide, and scientists are seeking 400 volunteers to participate. The Roskamp Institute has partnered with the Sanibel ...

Red tide can cause respiratory problems in humans, especially those with asthma or other respiratory conditions. It is safe to eat local fish and shrimp during red tide, as long as they appear ...