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How long does red tide usually last?

Red tides can last as little as a few weeks or longer than a year, depending on the amount of algae present in the water. They can even subside and then reoccur.

Red tides are caused by algae, tiny microorganisms that grow in the water. Almost all bodies of water have algae. A red tide is caused by the excess amount of algae in the water.

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