Bill and Linda Gibney, residents of Sanibel, shared their experiences with the red tide. “When you go in the backyard, is really the worst, and the wind just comes at you.

The Florida Department of Health has issued several red tide warnings in Southwest Florida recently. In Sanibel, red tide has taken over popular beaches, causing concern among residents and visitors.

A red tide alert sign is seen at beachside at Gulfside City Beach Park on Sanibel on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025. Red tide has been documented off the coast of Southwest Florida including Sanibel.

Red tide alert issued for Sanibel beach. Posted: December 4, 2024 | Last updated: December 4, 2024. State officials urge caution as visitors report mixed experiences with water conditions.

Red tide has been off the Lee and Collier county coast for at least the past two weeks. Satellite images show the bloom has drifted northward away from Naples and Collier County since early ...

Red tide is caused by high concentrations of a toxin-producing microscopic algae, called K. brevis, that is found in the Gulf of Mexico. Tests conducted Dec. 5 of water samples confirm the red tide.

Red tide is still bloom along the Florida Gulf coast, but Sarasota and Manatee County beaches are currently in the clear. Satellite images published by the National Centers for Coastal Ocean ...

Recent water samples show red tide off the coast of Southwest Florida, with one spot on Sanibel Island reporting high levels. Here's where the bloom is located, how to track it, and how to know if ...

Red tide is in bloom near the Florida Gulf coast, and over the past week it has slowly crept closer to south Sarasota County. Satellite images published by the National Centers for Coastal Ocean ...

Red tide blooming near Florida Gulf coast beaches has drifted closer to Sarasota County over the past week, but beach impacts are limited. Local Sports Things To Do Politics Travel Advertise ...