A harmful algae bloom is killing marine life and keeping residents and tourists away from beaches as it creeps up the coast of Southwest Florida.
The red tide is covering more of the coast than other blooms that typically occur in March, Rick Stumpf, an oceanographer with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, told ABC News.wreaked havoc
Red tide is a natural phenomenon caused by an overgrowth or accumulation of microscopic algae in marine or brackish water, according to the FWC. The circulation of ocean water can determine whether red tide will occur, with high circulation often producing deep, nutrient-rich ocean water to the area, which prevents the toxins from blooming.
MORE: Toxic red tide blooms are creeping up Florida's west coast, killing marine life and irritating humans People in coastal areas can experience varying degrees of eye, nose and throat irritation. However, people typically are not affected by swimming in waters infested with red tide.
Norge Siste Nytt, Norge Overskrifter
Similar News:Du kan også lese nyheter som ligner på denne som vi har samlet inn fra andre nyhetskilder.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to argue US should be like Florida ahead of 2024 presidential bidGov. Ron DeSantis is poised to position himself as a champion of conservative causes during a State of the State address that will likely be as much about his national ambitions as an assessment of Florida’s status.
Les mer »
Tons of Dead Fish Wash Up in Florida Amid 'Red Tide'Along more than 140 miles of Florida's west coast, humans and marine life are suffering from a toxic algae bloom.
Les mer »
Florida Red Tide Rises Ahead Of Spring Break | Weather.comRed tide is starting to show up on some Florida Gulf Coast beaches. Here's what you need to know. - Articles from The Weather Channel | weather.com
Les mer »
Red tide back in Florida: What to know ahead of Spring BreakBlooms of harmful red tide organisms have been found in eight counties along the southwest Florida coast: Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee, Collier and Monroe counties. Fish kills related to red tide have also been reported.
Les mer »
11-foot, 1,200-pound great white shark pings off coast of Florida ahead of spring breakA massive great white shark pinged off the coast of Florida this week ahead of what is expected to be a very busy spring break at the beaches.
Les mer »
First 3D-printed rocket to launch from Florida's Space Coast on WednesdayWATCH LIVE: Relativity Space is gearing up to launch the first 3D-printed rocket – known as Terran 1 – from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
Les mer »