Report a Problem

Algal Blooms

Rapid increases in algal populations can result in discoloration of a water body from the pigmented cells. Algal blooms can adversely impact the ecological health of a water body in a number of ways. The most commonly reported algal bloom complaints are fish kills and sick pets.

• To report concerns about algal blooms or to ask a question, please contact Kalina Warren or David Scharr at the e-mail and phone numbers below.

  You can complete the blue-green algae reporting form and forward it to Kalina or David.  If you prefer to telephone to report an algal bloom, you'll be asked for the information on the form so we can document your concerns.

  • Kalina Warren by e-mail using Kalina.Warren@dep.state.fl.us or by phone at 407-897-4177

  • David Scharr by e-mail using David.Scharr@dep.state.fl.us or by phone at 407-897-4183.

• For more information on Algal blooms

  • Blue-Green Algae Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Cyanobacteria Sampling Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

  • Information on Freshwater Algal Blooms

• Any illness from exposure to algae should be reported to the toll-free Aquatic Toxins Hotline at 1-888-232-8635.

Aquatic Plants

To report an aquatic plant problem contact your regional Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission biologist:

FWC Eustis Office
601 W. Woodard Ave.
Eustis, FL 32726
321-228-3364
Counties: Lake

St. John's River Office
5882 South Semoran Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32822 407-275-4004
Counties: Brevard, Flagler, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, St. Johns, and Volusia.

South Central Florida Office
2001 Homeland-Garfield Road
Bartow, FL 33830
863-534-7074
Counties: Highlands and Polk

• Information  from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission: 
  • Aquatic Plant Management
  • Invasive Plants
  • Upland Plant Management

Fish Kills

Dead fish in a water body are most commonly attributed to depleted oxygen levels linked to high nutrient concentrations and algal blooms. Many other conditions can also result in fish kills. 

Report fish kills to Kalina Warren via e-mail using Kalina.Warren@dep.state.fl.us or by phone at 407-897-4177. 

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission fish kill hotline: 1-800-636-0511

Fish Kills Information- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Non- native and Invasive Species

Florida is host to many non-native species, many of which threaten its ecological health.

Report non-native and invasive species to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

More information on non-native and invasive species

• Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Non-native Species web

• Report Burmese Python sightings

• Gambian Rat Reporting Page

• Nonnative Apple Snail Information