By Jayson Campadonia, KABC
The phenomenon is known as Red Tide. Scientists say it’s when phytoplankton bloom at a high rate of speed. The massive higher concentration of the tiny algae becomes more visible in the ocean, making the water look like it’s turning red. Several factors lead to the hyper bloom including a change in water temperature. The Red Tide generally isn’t harmful, but it can make you sick if you eat seafood that’s been consuming the algae.