Florida expands red-tide health alerts at three Gulf County coastal recreation sites
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What changed
On November 6, the Florida Department of Health in Gulf County announced a red-tide health alert near Parker Avenue and Port St. Joe RV Resort in Highland View. Two locations previously under lower-level cautions were also placed at health alert level: the bay-side boat ramp at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and the Cape San Blas kayak launch across from the Stump Hole.
Does this affect me?
Visitors staying near Port St. Joe RV Resort in Highland View and people planning swimming, kayaking, boating or other water recreation at the identified state park boat ramp and Cape San Blas kayak launch. People with chronic respiratory conditions and others sensitive to airborne red-tide toxins should take particular care.
What should I do?
Avoid swimming or wading in red-tide-affected waters at the identified locations. People with chronic respiratory conditions should consider avoiding the affected waterfront. Do not harvest or eat shellfish or distressed or dead fish from these waters. Check posted warnings and current water-quality information before visiting or arranging water activities.
Affected places
US, Port St. Joe