The Florida Department of Health in Clay County is warning the public that a blue-green algae bloom has been found in Doctors Lake.
According to an alert issued by the Health Department, blooms have the potential to produce toxins, and what triggers them to do so remains poorly understood.
“Since bloom conditions can change at any time, it is important to exercise caution as if the bloom were toxic, even if toxin presence has not yet been confirmed.Largest shoreline restoration project hosted in North East Florida for pervious oyster shell habitatYou should not drink, swim, wade, water ski or engage in activities that may cause you to come in direct contact with waters where there is a visible bloom.
Exercise caution when using personal watercraft or boating, to avoid stirring up or contacting the algae or the affected water.Wash your skin and clothing with soap and water if you have contact with algae or discolored or smelly water.Eating fillets from healthy fish caught in freshwater lakes experiencing blooms is safe. Rinse fish fillets with tap or bottled water, throw out the guts and cook fish well.
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