Algae -- Australia
The Barwon Regional Algal Coordinating Committee (RACC) issued a red alert level warning (high alert) for blue-green algae in Lake Inverell [Inverell, New South Wales] on Tuesday [2 Feb 2016].
The recent spate of hot weather in the region is the most likely cause of the algal bloom. A high alert indicates that waters are unsuitable for recreational use such as swimming, or primary contact and may also pose a threat to pets.
Domestic pets should also be kept away from the area,
Read more about it at HealthMap Global Disease Alerts via http://bit.ly/20ojIqW
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