Blue-green algae (Cyanobacteria) found in multiple Cumbria locations in June-July due to warm, dry weather, posing a health risk.
Blue-green algae (Cyanobacteria), a toxic environmental phenomenon, has been found in multiple Cumbria locations including Grasmere, Coniston, Windermere, and Loweswater in June and July. These warm, dry weather conditions increase the likelihood of algae growth, posing a threat to human and animal health. The Environment Agency advises caution as algae could grow excessively in suitable conditions.
July 20, 2024
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