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Health advisories issued for lakes with toxic algae in Kansas
State health officials have issued and adjusted harmful algal bloom (HAB) public health advisories for a number of lakes ...
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Minnesota beaches are closed due to bacteria, toxic algae. Here's where and what to look for.
As the weather gets hotter and more humid, it’s tempting to take a dip into the nearest body of water to cool off. But ...
High E. coli or algae levels mean these 15 beaches aren't recommended for swimming
E. coli or algae levels are too high for swimming at 13 Iowa DNR beaches and two others in the Des Moines area this week.
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‘Green blue slime:’ More Minnesota beaches close due to toxic algal blooms
Lakes and beaches across Minnesota have been closed this summer as hotter and wetter weather appears to be making potentially ...
Avoid water recreation, fishing at popular Pierce County lake due to toxic algae
“When you see algae, don’t swim, wade, waterski, or fish,” the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department news release said.
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Toxic algae advisory at Spanaway Lake urges public to stay out of the water
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department warns public to avoid Spanaway Lake due to toxic algae risks. Stay safe and informed.
Caution advisory issued at Spanaway Lake due to toxic algae
Health officials in Pierce County are urging people at Spanaway Lake to watch out for toxic algae. On Wednesday, ...
Toxic algae blooms increasing in Arctic due to climate change, new study finds
Harmful algae blooms have been rapidly producing in a place previously too cold to host the toxin: the Arctic.
Beating the heat at an Ohio beach? Almost 30 Ohio beaches have bacteria, algae advisories
Ohio has many beaches, but some of them might not be safe to swim in during this heat wave, including several along Lake Erie ...
Harmful algal blooms: What pet owners need to know
Toxic algae can show up without warning, and for pets, even a quick dip or drink could be deadly.  Harmful algal blooms, or ...