--- title: Default HubSpot Blog | Marine life description: Marine life | Find environmental solutions through Wes Industries, your go-to source for Process System Design and Manufacturing. --- [![vast.png](https://www.wesinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WES%20LOGO%20_Open%20Sans_2023%20copy.jpg?width=841&height=304&name=WES%20LOGO%20_Open%20Sans_2023%20copy.jpg "vast.png")](https://www.wesinc.com) - [About Us](https://www.wesinc.com/about) - [Anthony DeLoach](https://www.wesinc.com/anthony-deloach) - Services - [Design Services](https://www.wesinc.com/design-services) - [Manufacturing Services](https://www.wesinc.com/manufacturing-services) - [Field Services](https://www.wesinc.com/field-services) - [Metal Fabrication](https://www.wesinc.com/metal-fabrication) - Technologies - [Air Stripping VOC Removal](https://www.wesinc.com/air-stripping-voc-removal) - Carbon Absorption - Carbon & CO2 Removal & Capture - [Cogeneration](https://www.wesinc.com/cogeneration) - [Energy Technologies](https://www.wesinc.com/energy-technologies) - Ion Exchange - Odor Control - [Reverse Osmosis](https://www.wesinc.com/reverse-osmosis) - Solar - Water Membrane Treatment - Water Pressure Filtration - Product Development - New Product Development - Proof of Concept - Pilot Testing - 3-D Product Prototyping - Product Manufacturing - Commercialization - [Blog](https://www.wesinc.com/blog) # Default HubSpot Blog [![](https://www.wesinc.com/hubfs/Red%20Tide%20WES.jpeg)](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/fighting-red-tide) ## [Fighting Red Tide: The Role of Wastewater Treatment](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/fighting-red-tide) Apr 13, 2023 4:31:02 PM / by [Anthony DeLoach](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/author/anthony-deloach) posted in [Insider](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/insider), [wes industries](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/wes-industries), [What is red tide](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/what-is-red-tide), [Cause of red tide](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/cause-of-red-tide), [Wastewater treatment infrastructure](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/wastewater-treatment-infrastructure), [Water treatment standards](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/water-treatment-standards), [Wastewater treatment plants](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/wastewater-treatment-plants), [Red tide in Florida](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/red-tide-in-florida), [Wastewater treatment system](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/wastewater-treatment-system), [Water temperature](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/water-temperature), [Marine life](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/marine-life), [Benefits of wastewater treatment](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/topic/benefits-of-wastewater-treatment) [2 Comments](https://www.wesinc.com/blog/fighting-red-tide#comments-listing) One of the most pressing issues that we face today is the phenomenon of red tide. Red tide is algae bloom that can cause serious harm to marine life and humans. In this article, I will explore what red tide is, what causes it, and its impact on Florida. Most importantly, the role of wastewater treatment in helping to prevent it. **What is Red Tide?** Red tide is a natural phenomenon that occurs when certain species of algae grow out of control. These algae produce toxins that harm marine life and humans. The term "red tide" comes from the reddish-brown color that the water takes on when the algae bloom. The bloom can happen in any part of the world in warm, coastal waters. **What Causes Red Tide? ** Various factors cause these harmful algae to bloom. - Changes in water temperature - Nutrient pollution - Ocean currents The most common cause is nutrient pollution. Nutrient pollution occurs when excess nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus enter the water. These nutrients can come from agricultural runoff, sewage from residential drain fields, inefficient wastewater treatment plants, septic tanks, and fertilizer. **Red Tide Blooms in Florida - History and Impact** Florida has a long history of deadly algae blooms. The state experiences red tide almost every year, lasting for months. It devastates the state's marine life, including fish, sea turtles, and dolphins. The algae produce toxins that can kill these animals. The dead fish can wash up on shore, causing beachgoers an unpleasant odor and an eyesore. 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