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Algae Bloom Closed Popular State Park Beach In Region To Swimming
Due to an unhealthy algae bloom, a popular boating and swimming lake in the region has been temporarily closed.
The blooms were found in Sullivan County at Lake Superior State Park in Bethel on Tuesday, Aug. 6.
“Cyanobacteria, better known as blue-green algae, has increased to potentially harmful levels at Lake Superior’s beach, due in large part to the ongoing hot weather,” Parks, Recreation and Beautification Director Brian Scardefield explained. “People and animals who come in contact with the algae may develop irritation of the skin, eyes, nose, throat, and respiratory tract – or …
