Blue-green algae bloom in Destin lake prompts warnings from state health department

Blue green algae bacteria is common in Florida's freshwater environments because it thrives on warm temperatures and sunlight. That algae has popped up in a lake in Destin. The Florida Department of ...

NM Environment Dept. warns of harmful algae blooms found in multiple lakes

The New Mexico Environment Department issued a warning about harmful algae blooms found in lakes in northern New Mexico. NMED said visitors to Charette Lake, Clayton Lake, and ...
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Officials find creative way to get rid of 50,000 goldfish that took over local lake: 'A win-win all the way around'

"Writhing mass of fish." Officials find creative way to get rid of 50,000 goldfish that took over local lake: 'A win-win all ...
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Toxic algae potentially present in Destin lake

The Florida Department of Health is urging the public to use caution in and around the north end of Spring Lake in Destin. According to a FDOH release, blue-green algae, ...