Blue-green algae and harmful algal blooms
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When temperatures climb and the summer sun beats down, conditions are ripe for Minnesota lakes to produce harmful algae blooms, some of which can be harmful to pets and humans.
Stay Away from Harmful Algal Blooms in California Waterways
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Blue-green algae and harmful algal blooms
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How to Identify Blue Green Algae
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National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences: Algal Blooms
California Department of Water Resources - Blue-green algae can be
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Windermere algal blooms prompt warning to stay out of water - BBC News
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The Ripple Effect: Blue Green Algae Bloom in Carver Lake: If in Doubt Stay Out
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Harmful Algal Blooms — Adirondack Watershed Institute
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Blue-Green Algae Expert Guide - Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams
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Project to reduce risk of harmful algal blooms in ponds and lakes
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Be on the Look-Out for Blue-Green Algae this Summer
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Blue-green algae health advisory issued for Thorn Creek Reservoir
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Study finds source of toxic green algal blooms and the results stink
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Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) in Water Bodies
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Warning of 'significant' blooms of harmful algae - BBC News