Toxic Red Tide Hits the Texas Coast. Here's How It Could Affect You.

A red tide bloom is developing along parts of the Texas coastline, prompting warnings from authorities about the dangers to animals and humans. Here is what you need to know.

Red Tide Blooms Impacting Some Texas Beaches

You might want to think twice about heading to the beach in Texas. Local officials are warning that a toxic red tide bloom could trigger respiratory issues in humans. According to Texas Parks and Wildlife, fish kills have been observed in a zone from Crystal Beach and Bolivar Peninsula south to the northern jetty at Boliver Roads.

The department is also monitoring an area of concern from southern Galveston Island from the south jetty for about 12 miles. This includes the popular area of Steward Beach and Pleasure Island Pier. In addition to keeping tabs on the fish kills, officials are also taking water samples in an effort to identify the microscopic algae.