While there is still a bloom at the Heritage Park boat launch, water quality has improved over the last two weeks and toxin levels are no longer elevated
VANCOUVER – Clark County Public Health has lifted its advisory at Lacamas Lake. While there is still a bloom at the Heritage Park boat launch, water quality has improved over the last two weeks and toxin levels are no longer elevated.
The warning signs posted at the lake are being removed. However as long as blooms of harmful algae are present, toxin levels could increase as conditions at the lake change. Public Health encourages people recreating in the lake to watch for floating scum and avoid direct contact with water in those areas. Pets should not drink or have contact with water in areas of floating scum.
Public Health has concluded its routine monitoring of Lacamas Lake and other local water bodies and swim beaches for this season. Routine monitoring will resume in the spring.
Public Health will continue to respond to public reports of algal blooms, which can be submitted on the Public Health website.
Information provided by Clark Co. WA Communications.
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