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Algae bloom leaves experts worried about the state of Lake WinnipegLake Winnipeg is seeing an upward trend in algae, which experts warn could be detrimental to the lake's ecosystem. One way to solve it, they say, is by dealing with phosphorous.EnvironmentOct 2, 2023
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“We’ve been finding them everywhere:” HRM holds blue-green algae info sessionThe algae can cause itchiness, rashes, and hives in people, but it can be fatal to pets. Experts say people should supervise their animals closely when outdoors near water.EnvironmentJul 29, 2023
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A scummy summer? After months without Woodbine Park fountains, residents speak outMonths without a fountain at an east end Toronto park have led to a scummy result, which will be resolved, in part, following restoration work on a fountain pump.PoliticsJul 24, 2023
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Summer village on Lac St. Anne plots attack plan on pervasive blue-green algaeAlberta's lakes commonly get inundated with blue-green algae blooms, but one summer village is trying to treat its lake's infestation with innovation and public information.EnvironmentJul 21, 2023
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Dog dies after blue-green algae exposure at N.S. lake, officials warn of risksOfficials are warning about the risks of blue-green algae after a dog died following an exposure at Long Lake in the Halifax area last month.CanadaJul 13, 2023
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Peterborough health unit monitoring lakes for blue-green algaePeterborough Public Health says there have been no reports of blue-green algae on area lakes yet, but advises residents to be on the lookout for signs of the bacteria.HealthJun 22, 2023
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Blue-green algae spotted at several Nova Scotia lakesAlgae alerts are in place at lakes across Nova Scotia, including Oathill Lake in Dartmouth, Covey Lake in Lunenburg County, and Armstrong Lake and Lake Torment in Kings County.EnvironmentJun 19, 2023
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Saskatchewan government warns about blue-green algaeThe ministry said that direct contact with, or drinking the water can cause red skin, a sore throat, nausea, cramps, diarrhea and vomiting.HealthJul 8, 2022
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Algae blooms part of nature, but can be harmful: Interior HealthInterior Health says blue-green algae or cyanobacteria can produce several types of toxins that can be poisonous to people, pets or livestock.HealthMay 3, 2022
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Residents raise stink over proposed industrial feedlot near popular Alberta lakeDozens of people who live in Wetaskiwin County oppose an application for a confined feeding operation near Pigeon Lake, citing environmental and property value concerns.EnvironmentApr 10, 2022
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