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 ...

The Army Corps of Engineers has issued a harmful algae bloom advisory for Blue Marsh Lake. The corps on Thursday updated a watch to an advisory due to the presence of moderate levels of cyanobacteria, ...

Green, murky water can signal more than an eyesore. Certain blooms raise safety concerns for swimmers, pets, and homeowners near lakes and ponds.

JUST A FEW GUYS. ALL RIGHT, CHRIS, THANK YOU. WELL, EVERY SUMMER WE SEE REPORTS OF LARGE BLUE GREEN ALGAE BLOOMS IN LAKES OR CANALS ACROSS OUR AREA. THIS TIME IT’S IN A PORTION OF LAKE OKEECHOBEE.

Algae season came early to Denver this year. In early May, the Denver Department of Public Health & Environment discovered a blue-green algae bloom in Grasmere Lake at Washington Park. Usually the ...

TOPEKA (KSNT) – State health officials are keeping an eye on a local lake due to the presence of damaging algae that is feeding on an abundance of nutrient sources in the water. Lake Shawnee is ...

Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, occur worldwide in many varieties, including in single-cell form and in chains called filaments. While these tiny life forms can strongly influence many ...

Researchers at the University of Birmingham have developed a powerful new method to detect harmful blue-green algae in freshwater lakes. Their method, which involves advanced mass spectrometry ...

Officials at Cherry Creek Reservoir in Aurora are warning people about toxic blue-green algae, which can cause rashes, gastrointestinal issues, muscle weakness, or even vomiting. Friends Sonya ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNW) — Several Kansas lakes are under health advisories due to the presence of blue-green algae, which can be harmful to people and pets. Swimmers, boaters, and pet owners are urged to ...