Petition Summary:
Florida’s coastlines are in crisis. Red Tide is worsening every year, killing marine life, destroying local businesses, and harming our health. The problem? Pollution-fueled blooms, caused by agricultural runoff, wastewater leaks, and Lake Okeechobee discharges.

We demand immediate action to stop human-caused nutrient pollution from making Red Tide worse!

What We’re Asking For:
1️⃣ Stronger fertilizer bans & enforcement in Southwest Florida.
2️⃣ Upgraded wastewater treatment & septic system regulations to prevent nutrient leaks.
3️⃣ Tighter restrictions on Lake Okeechobee discharges that send pollution straight to our coastlines.
4️⃣ Increased state & federal funding for Red Tide research and prevention.
5️⃣ Accountability from lawmakers & agencies—we demand action, not excuses.

Why It Matters:
🐠 Marine Life is Dying: Fish, manatees, and dolphins are washing up dead.
🏖️ Beaches Are Empty: Red Tide makes our coastline unbearable, hurting tourism & local businesses.
🌬️ Health Risks Are Rising: Toxic air causes respiratory issues and worsens conditions like asthma.
📉 Property Values Will Drop: Who wants to live by toxic waters?

Who Can Fix This?
📢 We call on Governor Ron DeSantis, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and local lawmakers to take immediate action to stop nutrient pollution fueling Red Tide!

👉 Sign this petition to demand clean water, healthy beaches, and real accountability. Enough is enough! 👊🌊