A blue-green algae warning has been issued for a Mooroopna lake.
Photo by
Megan Fisher
High levels of blue-green algae have been detected at a Mooroopna lake.
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Warning signs have been positioned around the Mooroopna Recreation Reserve lake and will remain in place while high levels of blue-green algae are present; however, it will not be closed.
Greater Shepparton City Council is monitoring the situation, conducting water testing, and is warning the public to avoid direct contact with water.
It’s not possible to predict how long the algae will remain at high levels, and council recommends water users of the lake seek an alternative water supply.
You can still enjoy other activities at Mooroopna Recreation Reserve that don’t involve direct contact with the water.
Council recommends:
People and pets do not enter the water.
People who come into contact with affected water should wash affected skin immediately in clean cold water.
Seek an alternative water supply for pets.
Do not use affected water for cooking, drinking, washing or showering. Boiling the affected water will not make it safe for these purposes.
The lake at Mooroopna Recreation Reserve didn’t appear blue or green.
Photo by
Megan Fisher
Blue-green algae occurs naturally in water bodies, and contains toxins that are harmful to humans and animals.
Signs of algae contact include skin rashes or itchiness, sore eyes, ears and nose, or if swallowed, nausea or vomiting.
Untreated water, including water from the lake, is not suitable for human consumption until it has been processed.
Human consumption includes showering, bathing, washing, cooking, ice making and drinking.
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