For years, the algae – which can cause illness and even death for dogs – has popped up in local waterways.

Recently the Duval County Health Department issued a health alert for toxic blue-green algae in the St. Johns River. The cause of the bloom has been attributed to excess nutrients in the river, ...

There’s a hidden danger hiding in the waters of some lakes this summer. As we head into summer, new and seasoned dog owners alike will be heading to fields, parks, and green spaces to let their dogs ...

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - An infrequent but troublesome problem in East Texas ponds is blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria. These microscopic aquatic organisms thrive in warm, nutrient-rich waters. Under ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Florida Department of Health in Lake County issued a health alert for Silver Glen Springs due to harmful blue-green algae ...

Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, is the most common, potentially harmful bacteria in fresh water. Avoid swimming or high-speed water activities where algae blooms are present. Common symptoms of ...

Skaneateles, N.Y. — The Onondaga County Health Department has issued a blue-green algae advisory for Skaneateles Lake after state officials confirmed a harmful algal bloom. Testing detected ...

The glassy waters of Hazelwood Lake, in northern Ontario, shatter as a plankton net crashes through the surface. Nathan Wilson, a doctoral candidate with Lakehead University’s environmental and ...

A widespread blue-green algae bloom has been confirmed in Green Lake for the first time. Officials advise against water activities as the algae can be harmful to people and pets. Exposure to the toxic ...