A watch means that blue green algae have been detected and a harmful algal bloom is present or likely to develop.
Blue green algae health issues.
Contact with affected water can cause skin irritation mild respiratory effects and hayfever like symptoms.
Please note that areas of haunted lake in which the blue green algae bloom is not visible can still be used for recreational purposes even while this blue green algae health advisory is in place.
A cautionary health advisory is issued when blue green algae is found and an alert is issued when toxins have been confirmed in the blue green algae.
If you suspect a problem related to blue green algae or if you require further information on health concerns and blue green algae please call.
Health effects water affected by blue green algae may not be suitable for drinking recreation or agricultural use.
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There are many species of blue green algae found in wisconsin lakes and rivers but only certain species can produce the algal toxins that cause illness.
Department of health issues alert for blue green algae toxins in cape coral s makai canal published.
Are all blue green algae dangerous.
What are the potential health effects of blue green algae and blue green algal toxins.
Red tides blue green algae and cyanobacteria are examples of harmful algal blooms that can have severe impacts on human health aquatic ecosystems and the economy.
A blue green algae bloom may not be producing toxins or producing enough toxin to cause a health concern.
Photo gallery of blue green algae blooms.
Not all algal blooms produce toxin.
People are encouraged to avoid areas of algae accumulation and keep pets and.
Some species of blue green algae produce harmful toxins which take effect when eaten inhaled or skin contact is made.
Some blue green algae can.
Keep people and pets away from water that is green scummy or smells bad.
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Harmful algal blooms are a major environmental problem in all 50 states.
Larger algal blooms have the potential for.
Algal blooms can be toxic.
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