The wastewater being released into Tampa Bay has high level of phosphorous and nitrogen, which can feed red tide. If a red tide were to occur, it could lead to environmental complications such as low oxygen levels that can lead to fish kills.

The wastewater being released into Tampa Bay has high level of phosphorous and nitrogen, which can feed red tide. If a red tide were to occur, it could lead to environmental complications such as low oxygen levels that can lead to fish kills.