All entries for October 2018
Posted by on Tuesday Oct 30, 2018 8:52 am
Red Tide Status Update for October 26, 2018
Current Conditions
Bloom concentrations of the red tide organism, Karenia brevis, persist on Florida’s Southwest, Northwest, and East coasts. Patchiness was observed in each area. Additional details are provided below.
In Southwest Florida, relative to last week, K. brevis concentrations generally increased from northern Pinellas through Lee counties and decreased in parts of Collier and Monroe counties. Observations of >1,000,000 K. brevis cells per liter (“high” concentrations) occurred in Pinellas, Manatee, and northern Sarasota counties only, with “medium” K. brevis concentrations detected from Pinellas to northern Lee counties. For Northwest Florida, “high” concentrations of K. brevis were observed in Bay County, and “medium” concentrations occurred in Bay and Santa Rosa counties. On the East Coast, “high” concentrations of K. brevis occurred in samples from southern Brevard to northern St. Lucie counties, and medium concentrations occurred from southern Brevard to Martin counties. Relative to last week K. brevis concentrations generally increased from Brevard to Martin counties and decreased in areas of Broward County.
- In Southwest Florida over the past week, K. brevis was observed at background to high concentrations in or offshore of Pinellas County, background to high concentrations in or offshore of Manatee County, very low to high concentrations in Sarasota County, very low to medium concentrations in Charlotte County, background to medium concentrations in or offshore of Lee County, background to very low concentrations in Collier County, and background to very low concentrations in or offshore of Monroe County. For additional information, view the Southwest Coast report
 and map .
- In Northwest Florida over the past week, K. brevis was observed at low concentrations in Escambia County, medium concentrations in Santa Rosa County, background concentrations in Walton County, background to high concentrations in Bay County, and background concentrations in Pasco County. For additional information, view the northwest coast report and map .
- Along the Florida East Coast over the past week, K. brevis was observed at background concentrations in Volusia County, very low to high concentrations in Brevard County, background to high concentrations in Indian River County, background to high concentrations in St. Lucie County, background to medium concentrations in or offshore of Martin County, background to low concentrations in Palm Beach County, background to low concentrations in Broward County, and background to very low concentrations in or offshore of Miami-Dade County. For additional information, view the east coast report and map .
Fish Kills
In Southwest Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota, and Collier counties. In Northwest Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Okaloosa, Walton, Bay, and Franklin counties. Along the East Coast of Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Brevard, Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties.
Respiratory Irritation
Respiratory irritation was reported over the past week in Southwest Florida (in Pinellas, Manatee, and Sarasota counties). Respiratory irritation was also reported in Northwest Florida (in Okaloosa and Bay counties) and the Florida East Coast (in Brevard and St. Lucie counties). For additional information, view the southwest coast report , the northwest coast report , and the east coast report .
Forecast
Forecasts by the USF-FWC Collaboration for Prediction of Red Tides for Pinellas to northern Monroe counties predict net southern transport of surface waters and net southeastern movement of subsurface waters for most areas over the next three days. Three-day forecasts for Escambia to western Gulf counties predict variable surface currents with net southeastern transport, and northeastern movement of subsurface waters.
Red Tide Status Map (October 26, 2018)
View a larger map (October 26, 2018)
To see detailed information on this week's samples, view the current Statewide Google Earth map for October 26, 2018.
By using Google Earth, you can zoom in to specific locations and click on stations to see detailed information, including sample date and cell concentration. You must have Google Earth installed on your computer to view this map; the software can be downloaded from the Google Earth website.
Please check our daily sampling map which can be accessed from the top of this page.
Archived status maps can be found in our Flickr gallery. Previous regional status reports and maps can be found on our red tide resources page.
Latest Red Tide Status Report Available by Phone
Call 866-300-9399 at any time from anywhere in Florida to hear a recording about red tide conditions throughout the state. Callers outside of Florida can dial 727-552-2448. Standard calling charges apply.
Reports are updated on Friday afternoon except during holidays, in which case the report will be released on the closest day. Additional information, if available, is provided on Wednesday afternoon. To receive an e-mail when the current status has been updated, visit our subscription area.
Additional Information
For additional information about red tide and the current red tide bloom, including information on how to report a fish kill or other wildlife effects, consult health authorities about human exposure, or locate other resources, visit our Red Tide-Related Hotlines and Information Sources article.
Blue-Green Algae Bloom Information
Additional information regarding the current status of algal blooms in South Florida is being consolidated and posted on the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s website: https://floridadep.gov/dear/algal-bloom.
| Description | Karenia breviscells/liter | Possible Effects (K. brevis only) |
|---|
| NOT PRESENT - BACKGROUND |
background levels of 1,000 cells or less |
None anticipated |
| VERY LOW |
>1,000 to 10,000 |
Possible respiratory irritation; shellfish harvesting closures > 5,000 cells/L |
| LOW |
>10,000 to 100,000 |
Respiratory irritation, possible fish kills and bloom chlorophyll probably detected by satellites at upper limits |
| MEDIUM |
>100,000 to 1,000,000 |
Respiratory irritation and probable fish kills |
| HIGH |
>1,000,000 |
As above plus discoloration
|
Posted by on Thursday Oct 25, 2018 9:56 am
Red Tide Mid-Week Update for October 24, 2018
Current Conditions
Bloom concentrations of the Florida red tide organism, Karenia brevis, persist on Florida’s Southwest, Northwest, and East coasts. Patchy bloom conditions were observed in each region. Additional details are provided below.
- Over the past week in Southwest Florida, K. brevis was observed in samples spanning Pinellas to Monroe counties. Relative to last week, K. brevis concentrations generally increased from central Pinellas to northern Lee counties and decreased in Monroe County. Observations of >1,000,000 K. brevis cells per liter (“high” concentrations) occurred in and/or offshore of Pinellas, Manatee, and northern Sarasota counties only. “Medium” K. brevis concentrations were detected in these same areas, and in Charlotte and northern Lee counties.
- In Northwest Florida over the past week, K. brevis was observed in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Walton and Pasco Counties, with “medium” and/or “high” concentrations occurring only in Santa Rosa County samples.
- On the East Coast over the past week, K. brevis was observed from Volusia to Miami-Dade counties. “High” concentrations occurred only in Brevard, Indian River, and St. Lucie counties, and “medium” concentrations occurred in these same general areas but extended further south to Martin County. Relative to last week, K. brevisconcentrations increased in parts of Brevard, St. Lucie and Martin counties and decreased in most of Broward County.
Fish Kills
Reports of fish kills were received in Southwest Florida (from Pinellas, Manatee, and Collier counties) and in Northwest Florida (from Okaloosa, Walton, Bay, and Franklin counties). Along the East Coast of Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Volusia, Brevard, Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties.
Respiratory Irritation
Respiratory irritation was reported over the past week in Southwest Florida (in Pinellas, Manatee, and Sarasota counties), Northwest Florida (in Okaloosa and Bay counties), and the East Coast (in Volusia, Brevard, Indian River and St. Lucie counties).
Forecast
Forecasts by the USF-FWC Collaboration for Prediction of Red Tides for Pinellas to southern Monroe counties predict net southwestern transport of surface waters and net southeastern movement of subsurface waters in most areas over the next three days. Three-day forecasts for Escambia to western Gulf counties predict net southwestern surface transport and net eastern subsurface movement in most areas.
Red Tide Status Map (October 24, 2018)
View a larger map (October 24, 2018)
To see detailed information on this week's samples, view the current Statewide Google Earth map for October 24, 2018.
By using Google Earth, you can zoom in to specific locations and click on stations to see detailed information, including sample date and cell concentration. You must have Google Earth installed on your computer to view this map; the software can be downloaded from the Google Earth website.
Archived status maps can be found in our Flickr gallery. Previous regional status reports and maps can be found on our red tide resources page.
The next complete red tide status report will be posted on Friday, October 26th. Please check our daily sampling map which can be accessed from this page.
Latest Red Tide Status Report Available by Phone
Call 866-300-9399 at any time from anywhere in Florida to hear a recording about red tide conditions throughout the state. Callers outside of Florida can dial 727-552-2448. Standard calling charges apply.
Reports are updated on Friday afternoon except during holidays, in which case the report will be released on the closest day. Additional information, if available, is provided on Wednesday afternoon. To receive an e-mail when the current status has been updated, visit our subscription area.
Additional Information
For additional information about red tide and the current red tide bloom, including information on how to report a fish kill or other wildlife effects, consult health authorities about human exposure, or locate other resources, visit our Red Tide-Related Hotlines and Information Sources article.
Blue-Green Algae Bloom Information
Additional information regarding the current status of algal blooms in South Florida is being consolidated and posted on the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s website: https://floridadep.gov/dear/algal-bloom.
| Description | Karenia breviscells/liter | Possible Effects (K. brevis only) |
|---|
| NOT PRESENT - BACKGROUND |
background levels of 1,000 cells or less |
None anticipated |
| VERY LOW |
>1,000 to 10,000 |
Possible respiratory irritation; shellfish harvesting closures > 5,000 cells/L |
| LOW |
>10,000 to 100,000 |
Respiratory irritation, possible fish kills and bloom chlorophyll probably detected by satellites at upper limits |
| MEDIUM |
>100,000 to 1,000,000 |
Respiratory irritation and probable fish kills |
| HIGH |
>1,000,000 |
As above plus discoloration
|
Posted by on Monday Oct 22, 2018 10:06 am
Red Tide Status Update for October 19, 2018
Current Conditions
Bloom concentrations of the red tide organism, Karenia brevis, persist on Florida’s Southwest, Northwest, and East coasts. Patchiness was observed in each region. Additional details are provided below.
In Southwest Florida, relative to last week K. brevis concentrations increased slightly in areas of Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota, Lee and Collier counties, but “high” (>1,000,000 K. brevis cells per liter) and “medium” concentrations occurred only in or offshore of Pinellas and Sarasota counties. In Northwest Florida, “high” concentrations of K. brevis were observed in one Santa Rosa county sample and “medium” concentrations occurred in Santa Rosa and Okaloosa county samples. On the East Coast, three coastal samples from Brevard and Indian River counties contained “high” concentrations of K. brevis, and medium cell concentrations were observed at multiple sites in Brevard, Indian River, and St. Lucie counties, and one site in Broward County. Relative to last week K. brevis concentrations generally increased in Brevard and Indian River counties, and decreased in areas of Martin, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties.
- In Southwest Florida over the past week, K. brevis was observed at background to high concentrations in or offshore of Pinellas County, background to low concentrations in Manatee County, background to high concentrations in Sarasota County, background to very low concentrations in Charlotte County, very low concentrations in or offshore of Lee County, background to very low concentrations in or offshore of Collier County, and background to low concentrations in or offshore of Monroe County. For additional information, view the southwest coast report
 and map .
- In Northwest Florida over the past week, K. brevis was observed at very low concentrations in or offshore of Escambia County, medium to high concentrations in Santa Rosa County, low to medium concentrations in offshore of Okaloosa County, very low concentrations in Walton County, background concentrations offshore of Dixie County, and low concentrations in offshore Pasco County. For additional information, view the northwest coast report and map .
- Along the Florida East Coast over the past week, K. brevis was observed at background concentrations in Volusia County, background to high concentrations in Brevard County, very low to high concentrations in Indian River County, background to medium concentrations in or offshore of St. Lucie County, background to low concentrations in Martin County, background to low concentrations in Palm Beach County, background to medium concentrations in or offshore of Broward County, and background to very low concentrations in or offshore of Miami-Dade County. For additional information, view the east coast report and map .
Fish Kills
In Southwest Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Pinellas and Sarasota counties. In Northwest Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Okaloosa, Walton, and Bay counties and offshore Pasco county. Along the East Coast of Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Volusia, Brevard, Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin, and Palm Beach counties.
Respiratory Irritation
Respiratory irritation was reported over the past week in Southwest Florida (in Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota, Lee, and Collier counties). Respiratory irritation was also reported in Northwest Florida (in Okaloosa County) and the Florida East Coast (in Brevard and Indian River counties). For additional information, view the southwest coast report , the northwest coast report , and the east coast report .
Forecast
Forecasts by the USF-FWC Collaboration for Prediction of Red Tides for Pasco to northern Monroe counties predict net southwestern transport of surface waters and southeastern movement of subsurface waters for most areas over the next three days. Three-day forecasts for Escambia to western Gulf counties predict net southwestern transport of surface waters and northeastern movement of subsurface waters.
Red Tide Status Map (October 19, 2018)
View a larger map (October 19, 2018)
To see detailed information on this week's samples, view the current Statewide Google Earth map for October 19, 2018.
By using Google Earth, you can zoom in to specific locations and click on stations to see detailed information, including sample date and cell concentration. You must have Google Earth installed on your computer to view this map; the software can be downloaded from the Google Earth website.
Archived status maps can be found in our Flickr gallery. Previous regional status reports and maps can be found on our red tide resources page.
Latest Red Tide Status Report Available by Phone
Call 866-300-9399 at any time from anywhere in Florida to hear a recording about red tide conditions throughout the state. Callers outside of Florida can dial 727-552-2448. Standard calling charges apply.
Reports are updated on Friday afternoon except during holidays, in which case the report will be released on the closest day. Additional information, if available, is provided on Wednesday afternoon. To receive an e-mail when the current status has been updated, visit our subscription area.
Additional Information
For additional information about red tide and the current red tide bloom, including information on how to report a fish kill or other wildlife effects, consult health authorities about human exposure, or locate other resources, visit our Red Tide-Related Hotlines and Information Sources article.
Blue-Green Algae Bloom Information
Additional information regarding the current status of algal blooms in South Florida is being consolidated and posted on the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s website: https://floridadep.gov/dear/algal-bloom.
| Description | Karenia breviscells/liter | Possible Effects (K. brevis only) |
|---|
| NOT PRESENT - BACKGROUND |
background levels of 1,000 cells or less |
None anticipated |
| VERY LOW |
>1,000 to 10,000 |
Possible respiratory irritation; shellfish harvesting closures > 5,000 cells/L |
| LOW |
>10,000 to 100,000 |
Respiratory irritation, possible fish kills and bloom chlorophyll probably detected by satellites at upper limits |
| MEDIUM |
>100,000 to 1,000,000 |
Respiratory irritation and probable fish kills |
| HIGH |
>1,000,000 |
As above plus discoloration
|
Posted by on Friday Oct 19, 2018 11:53 am
Red Tide Mid-Week Update for October 17, 2018
Current Conditions
Bloom concentrations of the Florida red tide organism, Karenia brevis, persist on Florida’s Southwest, Northwest, and East coasts. Patchiness was observed in each region. Additional details are provided below.
- Over the past week in Southwest Florida, patchy concentrations of K. brevis were observed from Pinellas to Monroe counties. Relative to last week, cell concentrations were similar in most areas but increased in parts of Monroe County, and decreased in parts of Manatee County. Observations of >1,000,000 K. brevis cells per liter (“high” concentrations) occurred at one site each in Pinellas and Sarasota counties; medium concentrations of K. brevis also occurred only in these counties.
- In Northwest Florida over the past week, K. brevis was observed in or offshore of Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa Counties, with “medium” concentrations occurring in Okaloosa and Santa Rosa counties.
- On the East Coast over the past week, observations of K. brevis spanned Brevard to Miami-Dade counties. “High” concentrations were observed at one site in Indian River County, and “medium” concentrations occurred in Indian River and Broward counties. Relative to last week, cell concentrations increased in Indian River County and decreased in parts of St. Lucie, Martin, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade counties.
Fish Kills
In Southwest Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Pinellas and Sarasota counties. In Northwest Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Okaloosa and Pasco counties. Along the East Coast of Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Brevard, Indian River, Palm Beach and Broward counties.
Respiratory Irritation
Respiratory irritation was reported over the past week in Southwest Florida (in Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota, Lee, and Collier counties), Northwest Florida (in Escambia and Okaloosa counties), and the East Coast (in Brevard and Indian River counties).
Forecast
Forecasts by the USF-FWC Collaboration for Prediction of Red Tides for Pinellas to southern Monroe counties predict net northwestern transport of surface waters and southeastern movement of subsurface waters over the next three days. Three-day forecasts for Northwest Florida predict net western transport of surface waters and northeastern movement of subsurface waters from Escambia to western Gulf counties.
Red Tide Status Map (October 17, 2018)
View a larger map (October 17, 2018)
To see detailed information on this week's samples, view the current Statewide Google Earth map for October 17, 2018.
By using Google Earth, you can zoom in to specific locations and click on stations to see detailed information, including sample date and cell concentration. You must have Google Earth installed on your computer to view this map; the software can be downloaded from the Google Earth website.
Archived status maps can be found in our Flickr gallery. Previous regional status reports and maps can be found on our red tide resources page.
Latest Red Tide Status Report Available by Phone
Call 866-300-9399 at any time from anywhere in Florida to hear a recording about red tide conditions throughout the state. Callers outside of Florida can dial 727-552-2448. Standard calling charges apply.
Reports are updated on Friday afternoon except during holidays, in which case the report will be released on the closest day. Additional information, if available, is provided on Wednesday afternoon. To receive an e-mail when the current status has been updated, visit our subscription area.
Additional Information
For additional information about red tide and the current red tide bloom, including information on how to report a fish kill or other wildlife effects, consult health authorities about human exposure, or locate other resources, visit our Red Tide-Related Hotlines and Information Sources article.
Blue-Green Algae Bloom Information
Additional information regarding the current status of algal blooms in South Florida is being consolidated and posted on the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s website: https://floridadep.gov/dear/algal-bloom.
| Description | Karenia breviscells/liter | Possible Effects (K. brevis only) |
|---|
| NOT PRESENT - BACKGROUND |
background levels of 1,000 cells or less |
None anticipated |
| VERY LOW |
>1,000 to 10,000 |
Possible respiratory irritation; shellfish harvesting closures > 5,000 cells/L |
| LOW |
>10,000 to 100,000 |
Respiratory irritation, possible fish kills and bloom chlorophyll probably detected by satellites at upper limits |
| MEDIUM |
>100,000 to 1,000,000 |
Respiratory irritation and probable fish kills |
| HIGH |
>1,000,000 |
As above plus discoloration
|
Posted by on Monday Oct 15, 2018 8:50 am
Red Tide Status Update for October 12, 2018
Current Conditions
Bloom concentrations of the Florida red tide organism, Karenia brevis, persist in Southwest, Northwest, and Southeast Florida, with patchiness observed in each region. Additional details are provided below.
In Southwest Florida, K. brevis concentrations decreased in parts of Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee and Collier counties, and increased in Monroe County over the past week, resulting in patchier bloom conditions along the coast. Observations of >1,000,000 K. brevis cells per liter (“high” concentrations) occurred only in Southwest Florida this past week, at two sites in Pinellas County. In Northwest Florida, K. brevisconcentrations generally decreased in Bay, Gulf, and Pasco counties. On the East Coast, K. brevis concentrations increased in St. Lucie County, and decreased in parts of Palm Beach County. On the East Coast, up to “medium” concentrations of K. brevis were observed from St. Lucie to Miami-Dade counties, with the exception of Broward County, where up to “low” concentrations were detected.
- In Southwest Florida over the past week, K. brevis was observed at very low to high concentrations in Pinellas County, background to low concentrations in Manatee County, background to low concentrations in Sarasota County, background concentrations in Lee County, background concentrations in or offshore of Collier County, and background to low concentrations in Monroe County. For additional information, view the southwest coast report and map .
- In Northwest Florida over the past week, K. brevis was observed at very low concentrations in Escambia County, very low concentrations in Santa Rosa County, background concentrations offshore of Walton County, and background to low concentrations in Bay County. For additional information, view the northwest coast report and map .
- On the East Coast over the past week, K. brevis was observed at background to medium concentrations in St. Lucie County, background to medium concentrations in or offshore of Martin County, very low to medium concentrations in or offshore of Palm Beach County, background to low concentrations in Broward County, and background to medium concentrations in Miami-Dade County. For additional information, view the east coast report and map .
Fish Kills
In Southwest Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Pinellas, Sarasota, and Collier counties. In Northwest Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Okaloosa, Walton, and Bay counties. Along the East Coast of Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties. More detailed information is available at /fishkill.
Respiratory Irritation
Respiratory irritation was reported over the past week in Southwest Florida (in Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota, Lee, and Collier counties). Respiratory irritation was also reported in Northwest Florida (in Escambia and Okaloosa counties) and the Florida East Coast (in Palm Beach County). For additional information, view the southwest coast report , the northwest coast report , and the east coast report .
Forecast
Forecasts by the USF-FWC Collaboration for Prediction of Red Tides for Southwest Florida from Pinellas to northern Monroe counties predict net southern transport of surface waters and southeastern movement of subsurface waters for most areas over the next three days. North of the Keys in Florida Bay, three-day forecasts predict southern transport of surface and subsurface waters for most areas. Three-day forecasts in Northwest Florida from Escambia to western Gulf counties predict variable movement of surface waters and northeastern movement of subsurface waters in most areas.
Red Tide Status Map (October 12, 2018)
View a larger map (October 12, 2018)
To see detailed information on this week's samples, view the current Statewide Google Earth map for October 12, 2018.
By using Google Earth, you can zoom in to specific locations and click on stations to see detailed information, including sample date and cell concentration. You must have Google Earth installed on your computer to view this map; the software can be downloaded from the Google Earth website.
Archived status maps can be found in our Flickr gallery. Previous regional status reports and maps can be found on our red tide resources page.
Latest Red Tide Status Report Available by Phone
Call 866-300-9399 at any time from anywhere in Florida to hear a recording about red tide conditions throughout the state. Callers outside of Florida can dial 727-552-2448. Standard calling charges apply.
Reports are updated on Friday afternoon except during holidays, in which case the report will be released on the closest day. Additional information, if available, is provided on Wednesday afternoon. To receive an e-mail when the current status has been updated, visit our subscription area.
Additional Information
For additional information about red tide and the current red tide bloom, including information on how to report a fish kill or other wildlife effects, consult health authorities about human exposure, or locate other resources, visit our Red Tide-Related Hotlines and Information Sources article.
Blue-Green Algae Bloom Information
Additional information regarding the current status of algal blooms in South Florida is being consolidated and posted on the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s website: https://floridadep.gov/dear/algal-bloom.
| Description | Karenia breviscells/liter | Possible Effects (K. brevis only) |
|---|
| NOT PRESENT - BACKGROUND |
background levels of 1,000 cells or less |
None anticipated |
| VERY LOW |
>1,000 to 10,000 |
Possible respiratory irritation; shellfish harvesting closures > 5,000 cells/L |
| LOW |
>10,000 to 100,000 |
Respiratory irritation, possible fish kills and bloom chlorophyll probably detected by satellites at upper limits |
| MEDIUM |
>100,000 to 1,000,000 |
Respiratory irritation and probable fish kills |
| HIGH |
>1,000,000 |
As above plus discoloration
|
Posted by on Thursday Oct 11, 2018 1:10 pm
Red Tide Mid-Week Update for October 10, 2018
Current Conditions
Bloom concentrations of the Florida red tide organism, Karenia brevis, persist in Southwest, Northwest, and Southeast Florida, with patchiness observed in each region. Additional details are provided below.
- Over the past week in Southwest Florida, patchy concentrations of K. brevis were observed from Pinellas to Lee counties. Relative to last week, cell concentrations decreased in some areas of Manatee County, and most parts of Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee and Collier counties. Observations of >1,000,000 K. brevis cells per liter (“high” concentrations) occurred at only three sites (in Pinellas and Manatee counties and offshore of Charlotte County). “Medium” concentrations occurred in and/or offshore of those same counties and in Sarasota County.
- In Northwest Florida, K. brevis was observed in or offshore of Escambia, Santa Rosa, Walton, Bay, Gulf, and Pasco counties, with “medium” concentrations occurring only in Bay County.
- On the East Coast, K. brevis was observed in or offshore of St. Lucie, Martin, Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties. “High” concentrations were observed at one site in Palm Beach County, and “medium” concentrations occurred in St. Lucie, Martin, Palm Beach counties and in and offshore of Miami-Dade County.
Fish Kills
In Southwest Florida, reports of fish kills were received for locations in or offshore of Pinellas, Manatee, and Sarasota counties. In Northwest Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Okaloosa, Walton, Bay, and Gulf counties. Along the East Coast of Florida, reports of fish kills were received for Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties.
Respiratory Irritation
Respiratory irritation was reported in Southwest Florida (in Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota and Lee counties), in Northwest Florida (in Escambia and Okaloosa counties), and along the East Coast of Florida (in Broward County) over the past week.
Forecast
Forecasts by the USF-FWC Collaboration for Prediction of Red Tides for Pasco to northern Monroe counties predict a reversal from northern to southern transport of surface waters and net southeastern movement of subsurface waters for most areas over the next three days. Three-day forecasts for Northwest Florida predict net western transport of surface waters and minimal net movement of subsurface waters from Escambia to western Gulf counties.
The next complete red tide status report will be posted on Friday, October 12th.
Red Tide Status Map (October 10, 2018)
View a larger map (October 10, 2018)
To see detailed information on this week's samples, view the current Statewide Google Earth map for October 10, 2018.
By using Google Earth, you can zoom in to specific locations and click on stations to see detailed information, including sample date and cell concentration. You must have Google Earth installed on your computer to view this map; the software can be downloaded from the Google Earth website.
Archived status maps can be found in our Flickr gallery. Previous regional status reports and maps can be found on our red tide resources page.
Latest Red Tide Status Report Available by Phone
Call 866-300-9399 at any time from anywhere in Florida to hear a recording about red tide conditions throughout the state. Callers outside of Florida can dial 727-552-2448. Standard calling charges apply.
Reports are updated on Friday afternoon except during holidays, in which case the report will be released on the closest day. Additional information, if available, is provided on Wednesday afternoon. To receive an e-mail when the current status has been updated, visit our subscription area.
Additional Information
For additional information about red tide and the current red tide bloom, including information on how to report a fish kill or other wildlife effects, consult health authorities about human exposure, or locate other resources, visit our Red Tide-Related Hotlines and Information Sources article.
Blue-Green Algae Bloom Information
Additional information regarding the current status of algal blooms in South Florida is being consolidated and posted on the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s website: https://floridadep.gov/dear/algal-bloom.
| Description | Karenia breviscells/liter | Possible Effects (K. brevis only) |
|---|
| NOT PRESENT - BACKGROUND |
background levels of 1,000 cells or less |
None anticipated |
| VERY LOW |
>1,000 to 10,000 |
Possible respiratory irritation; shellfish harvesting closures > 5,000 cells/L |
| LOW |
>10,000 to 100,000 |
Respiratory irritation, possible fish kills and bloom chlorophyll probably detected by satellites at upper limits |
| MEDIUM |
>100,000 to 1,000,000 |
Respiratory irritation and probable fish kills |
| HIGH |
>1,000,000 |
As above plus discoloration
|
Posted by on Friday Oct 5, 2018 9:13 am
Red Tide Mid-Week Update for October 3, 2018
Current ConditionsA bloom of the Florida red tide organism, Karenia brevis, persists in Southwest Florida and extends along ~135 miles of... More »
Posted by on Monday Oct 1, 2018 9:36 am
Red Tide Status Update for September 28, 2018
Current ConditionsA bloom of the Florida red tide organism, Karenia brevis, persists in Southwest Florida and extends along ~130 miles... More »
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