Kitsap Public Health District lifted cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) warnings for Panther Lake and Horseshoe Lake on July 31. The warnings, issued on July 21, had advised residents to avoid contact with the water due to potential health risks from toxic algae blooms. The health district stated that testing confirmed the lakes were safe for recreational use. Residents are encouraged to report any future blooms or health concerns to Kitsap Public Health at 360-728-2235 or via the district's website.
Cyanobacteria warnings lifted for Panther and Horseshoe lakes
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π Source: Local Government β https://www.kitsappublichealth.org/post/cyanobacteria-warnings-lifted-for-panther-lake-horseshoe-lake
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- βKitsap Public Health District lifted cyanobacteria warnings for Panther Lake and Horseshoe Lake on July 31.βThe warning was issued on July 21.β
- βThe warnings were issued on July 21.βThe warning was issued on July 21.β
- βThe warnings advised residents to avoid contact with the water due to potential health risks from toxic algae blooms.βStay out of the water and contact the Health District at 360-728-2235 if you see a bloom or notice any of the following: Large numbers of dead fishSudden or unexplained sickness or death of an animal that has just drank or swam in lake water.If someone enters the water and experiences skin rash, dizziness or weakness, respiratory allergy, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or vomiting.β
- β The health district stated that testing confirmed the lakes were safe for recreational use.βnullβ
- βResidents are encouraged to report any future blooms or health concerns to Kitsap Public Health at 360-728-2235.βStay out of the water and contact the Health District at 360-728-2235 if you see a bloom or notice any of the following: Large numbers of dead fishSudden or unexplained sickness or death of an animal that has just drank or swam in lake water.If someone enters the water and experiences skin rash, dizziness or weakness, respiratory allergy, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or vomiting.β
- β Residents are encouraged to report any future blooms or health concerns via the district's website.βnullβ
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