TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - As the water in our lakes, rivers, and ponds warms this season, the dangers of blue-green algae may make itself known. But what is this microorganism? “Blue-green algae are ...

Oregon Health Authority issued a health advisory at Fern Ridge Reservoir due to the presence of a harmful algae bloom. The precaution comes from reports of cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green ...

What is a harmful algae bloom? A harmful algae bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum, or paint floating on the water. It can appear blue, bright green, brown, or even red. Blooms can develop rapidly.

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment added five bodies of water to its blue-green algae advisory list on Friday: A harmful algae bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum, ...

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. ...

CLEMSON — An algae that can create toxins as it blooms has been reported in Lake Hartwell ahead of one of the lake’s busiest weekends. The S.C. Department of Environmental Services first issued a ...

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - An infrequent but troublesome problem in East Texas ponds is blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria. These microscopic aquatic organisms thrive in warm, nutrient-rich waters. Under ...

The Menasha Health Department is warning people to avoid swimming at the Menasha Municipal Beach due to a harmful algae on the north end of Lake Winnebago. The warning is for blue-green algae, a type ...

VILAS COUNTY, Wis. (WSAW) - The Vilas County Health Department has issued a health advisory for Big Arbor Vitae Lake Beach due to the presence of blue-green algae blooms. Big Arbor Vitae Lake Beach is ...