Sanibel residents alarmed by red tide’s impact on local beaches
5 days ago · The Florida Department of Health has issued several red tide warnings in Southwest Florida recently. In Sanibel, red tide has taken over popular beaches, causing concern among residents and visitors.
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Red tide is a common term used to describe a type of harmful algal bloom (HAB) resulting when colonies of algae proliferate and produce harmful effects to humans, fish, shellfish or other organisms. When the algae are present in high concentrations, …
Red tide alert issued by health department for Tarpon Bay ...
A red tide alert sign is seen at beachside at Gulfside City Beach Park on Sanibel on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025. Red tide has been documented off the coast of Southwest Florida including Sanibel.
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6 days ago · Red tide health alerts for Lighthouse Beach, Bowman's Beach, and Blind Pass/Turner Beach remain in effect. ... Sanibel, FL 33957. 239-472-4135. Utilities Department ...
DOH-Lee issues red tide alert for island, more - SANIBEL ...
5 days ago · Today, Jan. 5, the Florida Department of Health in Lee County (DOH-Lee) issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Blind Pass Beach on Sanibel, along with the Bokeelia Fishing Pier on Bokeelia and Bowditch Park Beach on Fort Myers Beach. It was in response to water samples taken on Feb. 3. […]
High Concentrations of Red Tide on Sanibel | Sanibel-Captiva ...
Jan 29, 2025 · Large concentrations of this organism, called blooms or ‘red tides,’ can discolor water red to brown, giving it its name. Karenia brevis produces brevetoxins, which may lead to adverse health impacts for humans and potentially fatal impacts for wildlife.
DOH-Lee issues red tide alert for island, more - SANIBEL ...
Today, Jan. 31, the Florida Department of Health in Lee County (DOH-Lee) issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near the Lighthouse Beach on Sanibel, as well as Cayo Costa (offshore, 16 miles west of mainland), Lynn Hall Park and Bokeelia (offshore, three miles north of Charlotte Harbor).
DOH-Lee Issues Red Tide Health Alert for Sanibel Island 8.6 ...
Lee County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Lee County (DOH-Lee) has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Sanibel Island 8.6 miles Offshore. This is in response to a water sample taken on December 5, 2024. The public should exercise caution in …
DOH-Lee issues red tide alert for island, more - SANIBEL ...
6 days ago · If your pet swims in waters with red tide, wash them with soap and water as soon as possible. WHAT IS RED TIDE? Red tide is caused by high concentrations of a toxin-producing dinoflagellate called Karenia brevis (K. brevis), a type of …
Swath of red tide forms along Southwest Florida coast ...
6 days ago · A swath of red tide stretching for more than 200 miles has formed from Tampa Bay to Key West and moved ashore along much of Southwest Florida’s coast. The concentration of the organism that causes red tide, Karenia brevis, is weak in some places. In others, the red tide bloom is so strong it has turned the blue-green seawater burnt orange for ...