Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Every fall, coastal residents of Florida wait and wonder: Will the water stay clear, or will the red tide return? This harmful ...

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 ...

University of South Florida researchers have discovered connections between certain viruses and red tide blooms. The even found a new viral species. Further research is needed to understand the ...

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 ...

Every fall, coastal residents of Florida wait and wonder: Will the water stay clear, or will the red tide return? This harmful algal bloom, caused by the algae Karenia brevis, does not devastate our ...

Florida's red tide is a recurring harmful algal bloom that poses a persistent threat to the state's coast. The bloom, caused by Karenia brevis algae, can lead to significant fish kills and harm marine ...