Red tide alerts are in effect for Fort George Inlet and the Kingsley Plantation area in Duval County after state water samples detected Karenia brevis. A longtime resident says she’s staying out of the water, while a Jacksonville University researcher explains why these inland detections stand out and what symptoms to watch for.

The Florida Department of Health in Duval County has issued back-to-back health alerts after red tide was detected at two locations along the county’s coastline within less than a week.

A rare red tide bloom has been detected in Jacksonville near Fort George Inlet, raising questions for people who live, work and spend time along the waterway.

The Florida Department of Health in Duval County (DOH-Duval) has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Ft. George Inlet.

Beaches across parts of the west coast of Florida are dealing with a significant issue. It’s called red tide, and it can completely ruin a day of surf and sun.

He made the announcement at a news conference Tuesday afternoon in Clearwater.