Clark County Public Health warns against swimming and boating at Lacamas Lake due to cyanotoxins from toxic algae.
Clark County Public Health has issued a warning against swimming and boating at Lacamas Lake due to elevated cyanotoxin levels caused by toxic algae. The toxins pose risks to human health, including symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and vomiting if swallowed. Public health officials advise avoiding scum-filled areas while using watercraft and will continue taking weekly water samples to monitor toxin levels.
July 03, 2024
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