Blue Algae on Minnesota Lake Kills dog; Kids Warned to Stay Away

 

An unfortunate collision of favorable conditions led to an early algae bloom including one toxic variety known as ‘blue algae’ on some Minnesota Lakes. The incident took place on Red Rock Lake but should be a warning to all lake goers on the northern prairie.

Read the full article on the Star Tribune to learn about what to watch for on your lake, learn about possible symptoms, and how to identify the toxic algae.

Star Tribune

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Paul Walsh, Star Tribune

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