Aquarium Without Algae? Why It’s Nearly Impossible–and How to Still Achieve Clear Water

Algae in an aquarium are not a sign of neglect–quite the opposite: In a healthy tank, they are part of the ecosystem. However ...
WTEN

Blue-green algae bloom back at Pontoosuc Lake in Pittsfield

The blue-green algae was found in the lake on September 18. The initial health advisory was lifted on October 1 after test results showed that the algae had diminished, however, further testing this ...

Long-term analysis yields clearer picture of toxin-producing blue-green algae blooms

A long-term analysis shows that a major Oregon reservoir abruptly swapped one type of toxic algae for another midway through ...
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Here’s What to Know About Toxic Blue-Green Algae If That Viral TikTok Has You Spooked

There’s nothing quite like taking a dip in a refreshing lake to seek relief from the sizzling summer heat. But a recent viral video about a dog that died after doing just that at two popular Lake ...
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Dangerous blue-green algae advisory for both Lake Nokomis beaches

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) sent out a warning for both the Lake Nokomis Main Beach and Lake Nokomis 50th Street Beach after discovering blue-green algae toxins in the water.
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Minnesota Pollution Control: Warm temps can increase the threat of blue-green algae blooms, which can be toxic

As Minnesota's lake season heats up, so does the risk of blue-green algae blooms, a common bacterium capable of harming people and pets. These blooms are often intensified by warm weather, and with ...
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Kansans told to stay away from these lakes due to harmful algae. Here’s what it means

The “spilled paint” appearance often associated with a harmful blue-green algae bloom. Courtesy Photo Kansas Departments of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism You might want to be careful about which lakes ...
The Middletown Press

Middletown looks to prevent blue-green algae and control geese at Crystal Lake

MIDDLETOWN — The city is trying to remedy blue-green algae blooms at Crystal Lake, as well as deter the geese that nest there, and whose droppings contaminate the water with E. coli bacteria, closing ...
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Toxic blue-green algae blooms are sprouting up in Minnesota lakes, closing some beaches

A number of Minnesota cities have reported blue-green algae blooms this summer, causing the temporary closing of some beaches. Blue-green algae is bacteria that can be toxic for both humans and pets. ...
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Green Lake Association confirms toxic blue-green algae throughout the lake, warns against boating and swimming

A widespread blue-green algae bloom has been confirmed in Green Lake for the first time. Officials advise against water activities as the algae can be harmful to people and pets. Exposure to the toxic ...
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Blue-green algae bloom present in Pittsfield’s Pontoosuc Lake

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) — The city of Pittsfield has announced that recent observations have confirmed the presence of a blue-green algae bloom in Pontoosuc Lake. The city says this bloom may have ...