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A Blooming Problem: How Florida Could Address the Causes and Effects of Red Tide

August 29, 2018 by John Niedzwiecki Oceans State and Local Water

Florida’s Gulf Coast is known for its white beaches, lush plant and aquatic life, and unique wildlife. But this verdant paradise is threatened by the rise of red tides: harmful algae blooms that harm Florida’s economy, the health of coastal residents, and a very fragile ecosystem. What can the legal system do to protect Florida’s coast?