Algae Warning: The Silent Toxic Threat of California's Pyramid Lake

The DWR warns against contact with Pyramid Lake's water due to blue-green algae.

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Toxic blue-green algae can cause eye irritation, rash, mouth ulcers, and flu-like symptoms.

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The CDWR advises against contact with the lake water and consumption of its fish and shellfish.

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While boating is allowed, other water activities are deemed unsafe due to potential health risks.

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Algae treatment will start around Aug. 2, yet the water may remain unsafe for weeks.

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Immediate medical help is urged if exposure to toxic algae occurs.

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Avoid using untreated surface water from these areas for drinking, cooking, or washing dishes as common purification techniques don't remove toxins.

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Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, can trigger symptoms like mouth ulcers, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, can trigger symptoms like mouth ulcers, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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Algae Warning: The Silent Toxic Threat of California's Pyramid Lake

The DWR warns against contact with Pyramid Lake's water due to blue-green algae.

Toxic blue-green algae can cause eye irritation, rash, mouth ulcers, and flu-like symptoms.

The CDWR advises against contact with the lake water and consumption of its fish and shellfish.

While boating is allowed, other water activities are deemed unsafe due to potential health risks.

Algae treatment will start around Aug. 2, yet the water may remain unsafe for weeks.

Immediate medical help is urged if exposure to toxic algae occurs.

Avoid using untreated surface water from these areas for drinking, cooking, or washing dishes as common purification techniques don't remove toxins.

Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, can trigger symptoms like mouth ulcers, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, can trigger symptoms like mouth ulcers, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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