The red tide organism, Karenia brevis, was detected in Southwest Florida during the week ending Feb. 26.
In Southwest Florida, K. brevis was observed at background to medium concentrations in Manatee County, including near the Rod & Reel Pier in Anna Maria and in Longboat Pass; background to low concentrations in Sarasota County; and background to very low concentrations in Pinellas County.
There were reports of red-tide related fish kills and respiratory irritation from Manatee County.
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