Johnson Lake drained in effort to eliminate parasite
By Tiffany Lizée Meteorologist
Parks Canada has taken a dramatic step in the war against whirling disease by partially draining Johnson Lake in Alberta. Continue reading
Alberta Lakes
Water quality advisories in place for several central, northern Alberta lakes
Swimmers should take note that Alberta Health Services has multiple water quality advisories in effect for areas in central and northern Alberta. Continue reading
Blue-green algae advisory issued for Isle Lake west of Edmonton
Alberta Health Services has issued an advisory for Isle Lake west of Edmonton, as blue-green algae blooms have popped up in parts of the water. Continue reading
Ownership of Sylvan Lake Provincial Park to be transferred to town
Town of Sylvan Lake is taking over control of the provincial park from the Alberta government, after public consultation showed there was considerable support for the transfer. Continue reading
AHS warns of blue-green algae north of Edmonton
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
A blue-green algae bloom has been found in Heritage Lake near Morinville, Alta. Continue reading
Woman, 57, drowns at Gull Lake in central Alberta
A 57-year-old woman died Saturday afternoon after the inflatable dingy she was on capsized near the Aspen Beach day use area at Gull Lake. Continue reading
Blue-green algae advisory issued for Lake Isle west of Edmonton
Alberta Health Services issued the advisory for Lake Isle on Wednesday, after blooms of blue-green algae were discovered in the water. Continue reading
Province opens 12 lakes across Alberta for walleye, pike and yellow perch fishing
Walleye fishing will be allowed on a number of Alberta lakes where it’s been prohibited for decades, in some cases. Continue reading
5 tips to stay safe on the water this summer
The Lifesaving Society said there were 28 drowning deaths in Alberta in 2014 and 15 drowning deaths in 2015. Continue reading
2 Alberta lakes under blue-green algae advisories
Just days ahead of the long weekend, Alberta Health Services issued blue-green algae advisories for a couple of Edmonton-areas lakes. Continue reading