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Milky White-Colored Water & Fish Kill in Matlacha Pass

Milky White-Colored Water & Fish Kill in Matlacha Pass

We are learning more about what caused a fish kill in Matlacha Pass last week. NOAA says the fish likely died because of low oxygen levels in the water. The water’s white color is caused by sulfur particles that precipitate from H2S (hydrogen sulfide) produced from the bacterial decomposition of the macroalga Caulerpa.

Heavy Rains Lead to High Flows in the Caloosahatchee

Heavy Rains Lead to High Flows in the Caloosahatchee

A large algae bloom is lingering along the western rim of Lake Okeechobee, but the Caloosahatchee River looks relatively healthy and experts don’t expect to see a devastating blue-green algae bloom this summer.

Blue-Green Algae Blooms Spotted in Multiple Cape Coral Canals

Blue-Green Algae Blooms Spotted in Multiple Cape Coral Canals

Blue-green algae has been found in at least 5 different canals in southeast Cape Coral. The Calusa Waterkeeper, John Cassani, said stormwater runoff and warmer waters are likely to blame. He advises nearby residents to do their best to stay inside and change their A/C filters.

Harmful Algae Bloom Task Force Forms on Pine Island

Harmful Algae Bloom Task Force Forms on Pine Island

Calusa Waterkeeper ranger Sue Dahod has begun a new task force that will meet monthly to discuss local water conditions, changes in water quality and any harmful bacteria detected through testing. Invitations to the Harmful Algae Bloom Task Force included members of the Pine Island Pandemic Task Force, Calusa Waterkeeper John Cassani and other Calusa Waterkeeper rangers.

A Win for Water: SB 2508 Vetoed

A Win for Water: SB 2508 Vetoed

SB 2508 was easily one of the worst water related bills we’ve seen since 2016, and we should all be very grateful it will not become law.

Blue-Green Algae in a Southwest Florida Canal

Blue-Green Algae in a Southwest Florida Canal

Pictures of blue-green algae get exposed in a Southwest Florida canal. The cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, had lingering effects on the water after washing away the next day. Effects such as the water not being very clear and leaving an earthy smell behind.

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