Researchers with the University of South Florida have identified viruses associated with Karenia brevis, the single-celled ...

The study's findings were heavily based on water samples collected off Southwest Florida during what was considered a severe bloom in 2021. The red tide event was the worst in recent memory along ...

Photo taken at Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island late Monday morning. To report symptoms from Florida red tide or any aquatic toxin, call 800-222-1222 to speak to a poison specialist immediately.

The study, published in the American Society for Microbiology’s journal mSphere, involved researchers testing water samples from red tide blooms off southwest Florida in which they found several ...

Beachgoers can stay updated on red tide presence through the USA TODAY Network and FWC databases. It's officially spring break season in Florida! However, whether you're a native Floridian or a ...

brevis or other species that co-occur with red tide blooms. More information: Shen Jean Lim et al, Diverse ssRNA viruses associated with Karenia brevis harmful algae blooms in southwest Florida ...

The study marks an initial step toward exploring viruses as biocontrol agents for red tide. A new study led by researchers at the University of South Florida shines light on the environmental ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — With warmer weather comes red tide, and two of Florida’s congressional representatives have introduced a bipartisan bill that would help the federal government respond to ...

Season 2025 – that annual influx of snowbirds and tourists joining permanent residents to enjoy Southwest Florida's subtropical weather and festive entertainment scene – is nearing its ...