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Lake Okeechobee’s toxic algae blooms threaten Florida and could get worse

Electric green algal blooms are spreading, threatening wildlife, pets, people and cities. And algae season is only getting started.
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Deep in Florida, an ‘ecological disaster’ has been reversed—and wildlife is thriving

Much of Florida’s Kissimmee River has been restored to its natural state, a milestone worth celebrating—and learning from.

Six days afloat in the Everglades

Six days afloat in the Everglades

After a storm disrupted plans for a 99-mile paddling trek, a Times journalist’s time on the water took a more reflective turn. Come look and listen alongside him.
Algae blooms in Lake Okeechobee
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Algae blooms in Lake Okeechobee fire up debate about water levels

The scene at Pahokee marina on Lake Okeechobee last week was a warning sign: A thick mat of algae in various shades of green, brown, gray and fluorescent blue covered the area around boat slips. In some spots, the gunk was so dense it stuck out two inches above the water.
Toxic algae intensifies on Lake O as water rises along with concern
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Toxic algae intensifies on Lake O as water rises along with concern

Drone12 video captures concerning video and images of toxic blue-green algae on Lake Okeechobee Friday morning. The plague of the harmful gunk washed ashore in Pahokee at the city marina, where the bacteria is caking up, decomposing, and letting off toxins. Highly toxic algal blooms have become concerning for coastal communities. "I was like wow," said Njood Pellicer, of Pahokee. "To see it like that is just horrible. "The timing of this extensive amount of cyanobacteria is shocking.
Florida gov DeSantis names new science officer
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DeSantis names new science officer, cites Everglades work

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of his newest Chief Science Officer, Mark Rains, the director of the University of South Florida’s School of Geosciences.
Biden’s Chance to Save the Everglades
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Biden’s Chance to Save the Everglades

Reviving the South Florida ecosystem enjoys bipartisan support and deserves federal funding.
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