Cayuga and Owasco Lakes in Cayuga County have algal blooms, leading to beach closures and swim advisory.

Harmful algal blooms have been found in Cayuga and Owasco Lakes in Cayuga County, leading to the closure of Camp Y Owasco and Owasco Yacht Club beaches. The Cayuga County Health Department will collect water samples for testing and reopen the beaches if the results are satisfactory. The public is advised not to swim, fish or wade in water with suspected algal blooms due to potential health effects.