As red tide has returned to Southwest Florida, with dead fish and dead eels washing ashore on beaches, you may be wondering if you can still eat your favorite fish or seafood. A red tide, or a harmful algae bloom, occurs "when microscopic algae multiply to higher-than-normal concentrations," the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission notes. When the toxin from red tide is inhaled, it can cause respiratory symptoms in people, such as coughing, wheezing and sore throats. The FWC reports on its website that "yes, it is safe to eat local finfish as long as the fish are filleted before eaten." Visit the link in bio to learn more. #redtide