What if sunlight could help curb Florida’s red tide? USF researchers have engineered a reusable, light-activated material ...

If you’ve been to Fort Myers Beach lately, then you’ve probably noticed — and maybe smelled — the piles of red algae washed up along the coastline.

Floridians, brace yourself — spring break is almost here, which means hundreds of thousands visitors flocking to our beautiful beaches. However, regardless of if you're a native Floridian or a ...

What's wiggly and red and (sometimes) found all over Southwest Florida beaches? This algae provides a home for critters and a feast for birds.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Floridians, brace yourself — spring break is almost here, which means hundreds of thousands visitors flocking to our beautiful ...

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 ...

Winter is still here and the memory of freezing temperatures and record snowfall are still fresh on the minds of Florida residents. But beach activities are never far from our minds. With that in mind ...

A 'red tide' swept over many Atlantic Ocean beaches in Argentina, including Mar del Plata and Quequén, caused by the massive ...

If you have ever traveled to the west coast or somewhere along the Gulf of Mexico, you may have heard of the term "red tide." Not to be confused with the Alabama Crimson Tide, this red tide alludes to ...

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 healthy ...