algae blooms

$3.2 million will go toward three projects to develop technologies used to eliminate blue-green algae.

Florida health and environment researchers are looking for better ways to ensure the state’s water supply is protected.

“If we see that these two effluent sources can stimulate growth in Karenia brevis, then we can potentially target these nutrients and prevent them from entering bloom impacted waters," said Amanda Muni-Morgan of UF.

Florida's busy tourism season is fast approaching. The early arrival of red tide during the spring break period may concern some visitors to the greater Tampa Bay region.

By analyzing 9 years of data, Florida researchers recently proved that toxic algae blooms are exacerbated by nutrient-rich freshwater releases. The results confirm what scientists, activists, fishermen, and others have observed anecdotally for years.

When residents purchase "waterfront properties," many don't realize the function of their nearby stormwater ponds and actually cause them harm by removing plants and mowing the grass too close to the edge.

A new study by the Roskamp Institute found participants exhibited symptoms previously only associated with eating contaminated seafood.

Blue-green algae has bloomed on Lake Munson on the southeast side of Tallahassee according to the Florida Department of Health. The department is advising people to not swim, wade, use personal watercraft, water ski, or boat in waters where there is visible bloom. Blue-green algae can be identified by discolored water and floating mats that emit unpleasant odors.

A bill that passed its first committee stop today would require the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to procure technology capable of removing harmful algae, toxins, and nutrients from water bodies.

Some new methods are being tested against Florida's regular outbreaks of algae blooms in the state's freshwater resources.