Algae

A Look At How The Gubernatorial Candidates Are Targeting Florida’s Water Problems

By Jim Turner - News Service of Florida • Aug 2, 2018
EDIE WIDDER / VIA ST. JOHNS RIVERKEEPER

As they address environmental issues on the campaign trail, Florida’s gubernatorial candidates are all for doing what is necessary to eliminate toxic algae outbreaks and for preserving natural springs and rivers.

See Algae On The St. Johns River? Florida Officials Want To Hear From You

By • Jul 1, 2016
Florida Department of Environmental Protection

Florida environmental officials want to hear from boaters who spot potentially dangerous algae on and around the St. Johns River.

Duval Health Department Reminds About Danger Of Blue-Green Algae

By • Jul 15, 2015
Mark Sadowski / Flickr

The Duval County Health Department is reminding people to avoid algae in the St. Johns River.

Health officials want people to know the dangers of blue-green algae in the St. Johns.

Is Help on Tap for Florida's Springs?

By • Apr 21, 2014

A comprehensive bill to protect and restore Florida's natural springs has been moving through the state senate with strong bipartisan support. Support for springs in the Florida House, however, is far less certain. Still, it's the biggest burst of momentum and  public attention concerning these natural wonders in recent memory.

Environmentalists Protest Proposed Water Legislation Over Algae Concerns

By • Apr 15, 2013
Kevin Meerschaert

Environmentalists around the state are protesting two bills in the legislature they say will lead to more algal blooms in the St. Johns River and other waterways.