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Red tide is a harmful algal bloom caused by the dinoflagellate Karenia brevis, which affects marine life, human health, and the local economy in Florida. 

 For more information visit: Red Tide Toolkit

Additional Helpful Numbers

Reporting Fish Kills: 800-636-0511 Reporting Sick/Deceased Manatees and Sea Turtles: 888-404-3922 Reporting Human Health Effects: 800-222-1222; Additional info: DOH 941-748-0747 Latest Red Tide Status: 866-300-9399