The Toxic Red Tide That’s Decimating Florida’s Marine Life | Mach | NBC News

An unusual number of dead animals have been washing up on Florida’s shores this summer. The cause of these terrible scenes: A toxic algal bloom known as red tide. Things are so serious that Florida Governor Rick Scott issued an executive order last month to combat the algae, urging local agencies to take emergency actions -- including redirecting the flow of water to curb the growth of the blooms. » Subscribe to NBC News: » Watch more NBC video: NBC News is a leading source of global news and information. Here you will find clips from NBC Nightly News, Meet The Press, and original digital videos. Subscribe to our channel for news stories, technology, politics, health, entertainment, science, business, and exclusive NBC investigations. Connect with NBC News Online! Visit : Find NBC News on Facebook: Follow NBC News on Twitter: Follow NBC News on Google : http:/