Listen • 0:49 Thanks to federal grants, a forecast that helps predict where red tide will produce respiratory issues will reach more Gulf Coast beaches. State wildlife officials reported Wednesday that a red tide bloom is still causing problems in Southwest Florida. High concentrations are being found in Lee and Collier counties. Fish kills and respiratory irritations related to the bloom have been reported offshore of Lee and Collier, as well. Red tide can cause coughing, runny nose and eye irritation. The Red Tide Respiratory Forecast helps people along the coast know where and when to expect those symptoms. It was initially established and tested in Pinellas County in 2018. Today, it includes more than 20 Gulf Coast beaches.