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A toxic blue-green algae bloom in Ivanhoe Lake, Ontario, warns residents to avoid all water contact and use alternate water sources.
A blue-green algae bloom, capable of producing toxins, has been confirmed in Ivanhoe Lake, Ontario, following tests on September 23, 2025.
Health officials warn the bloom can spread via wind and currents, posing risks to people and pets through skin contact or ingestion, which may cause irritation, gastrointestinal issues, or severe liver or nerve damage.
Residents are advised to avoid all water use in affected areas, including drinking, bathing, and cooking, and to keep children and animals away.
Boiling water or using bleach is discouraged, as it may release more toxins.
Standard filters may not remove toxins, so private water users should seek alternate sources.
Fish should be handled carefully, with internal organs avoided.
Updates and a map are available at phsd.ca or by calling 705-522-9200 (toll-free 1-866-522-9200).
Una flor de algas verdes y azules tóxicas en el lago Ivanhoe, Ontario, advierte a los residentes que eviten todo contacto con el agua y usen fuentes de agua alternativas.