State water officials have issued a 'danger' advisory at multiple locations in Discovery Bay after finding evidence of harmful algae blooms.
State water officials have issued a 'danger' advisory at multiple locations in Discovery Bay after finding evidence of harmful algae bloom s.The State Water Resources Control Board and Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board issued a statement Tuesday, saying HABs can pose a threat to people and pets, and the advisory urges people to avoid swimming, boating and other activities and to keep pets out of the water until further notice.
While waterways on the west side of Discovery Bay have the highest advisory level posted, the east side also is posted with lower-level advisories recommending no swimming and keeping dogs out of the water.Cyanobacteria, a group of organisms that form HABs, can produce potent toxins.
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