Red tide has returned to the area.
Mote Marine Laboratory reported medium concentrations near its dock at New Pass in Sarasota Bay over the weekend, and very low levels were found at Venice Jetty and Brohard Beach.
People reported respiratory irritation at Lido, Siesta, and Turtle Beaches over the weekend as well.
The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County reported red tide effects at all 16 public beaches in Sarasota County.
A cold snap later in the week could potentially return beaches back to normal.