A type of microscopic algae called Karenia brevis has grown rapidly in Florida, leaving dead fish on the shore. Harmful “red tide” is wreaking smelly havoc on Florida’s Gulf Coast, canceling ...

Can red tide kill you? Here's what the microscopic algae can do to people, fish. The organism was detected in 172 samples along Florida's Gulf Coast last week.

Red tides, which are caused by blooms of algae species Karenia brevis, can release neurotoxins into the air and lead to eye and respiratory irritation.

Red tide is a phenomenon that occurs when algae in the ocean reproduce rapidly and create a large concentration of red pigments in the water.

When certain types of ocean algae grow out of control, a toxic “red tide” can form. Find out what you need to know to enjoy the beach -- and seafood -- safely.

"Red Tide" is a common name for a phenomenon known as an algal bloom, an event in which estuarine, marine, or fresh water algae accumulate rapidly in the water column, or "bloom". These algae ...

Red tide occurs when microscopic algae multiply to higher-than-normal concentrations, often turning the water red or brown.

What causes red tide/harmful algae blooms? Algae is the basis of many water ecosystems across the world, so the species are already in the water to begin with. However, chemical runoff produced ...

Scientists say they’ve made a discovery that could help forecast the blood-colored red tide events, The algae blooms can be both harmful and expensive to deal with (AFP via Getty Images) ...

Opinion: Opinion: Tracking red tide on Florida's southwest coast Red tide is caused by high concentrations of a toxin-producing microscopic algae, called K. brevis, that is found in the Gulf of ...

Red tide is a naturally occurring type of algae called Karenia brevis which is quite common, especially in the warmer months along Florida’s West Coast.