Algae spreads to Caloosahatchee River, canals in SWFL

Photo via WINK News Drone

Residents and visitors are expressing their concerns with the green algae moving throughout parts of Southwest Florida.

“Oh my God,” said Miami resident Nirza Velez. If I really see it, I won’t get in the water.”

Drone video shows aerial views of the algae Tuesday in the Caloosahatchee River near North Fort Myers:

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