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Posted on Thursday 12th of December, 2024,
Greater Shepparton City Council is advising the public to avoid direct contact with water in Craigmuir Lake Mooroopna, after detecting high levels of blue-green algae.
In Summary
Blue-green algae occurs naturally in waterbodies and contains toxins that are harmful to humans and animals. Signs of algae contact are skin rashes or itchiness, sore eyes, ears and nose, or if swallowed, nausea or vomiting.
Warning signs have been positioned around the lake and will remain in place while high levels of blue-green algae are present. Council staff are also conducting water testing.
Craigmuir Lake will not be closed to the public.
Council recommends water users from Craigmuir Lake seek an alternative water supply. You can still enjoy other activities at Craigmuir Lake that do not involve direct contact with the water.
Council recommends:
It is not possible to predict how long the algae will remain at high levels. Council is continuing to monitor the situation at Craigmuir Lake.
Keep up to date with current blue-green algae warnings at www.gmwater.com.au/bluegreenalgae-alert or phone the GMW blue-green algae hotline on (03) 5826 3785.
Water supplied by Council is not suitable for human consumption without first being properly treated. Human consumption includes showering, bathing, washing, cooking, ice making and drinking.
Visit the BetterHealth website for more information about blue-green algae and your health or phone NURSE-ON-CALL on 1300 606 024.
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