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Blue-green algae presence at Lake Okeechobee causing concern on Treasure Coast

Por: WPTV Nation April 20, 2023

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MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. — Concerns over blue green algae continue on the Treasure Coast after blooms were found at Port Mayaca on Monday. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is now testing the algae to see if it's toxic. The EPA has now stated that it is unsafe at any level above 8 parts per billion.If it is, that could cause serious concern for boaters, fishermen and other recreators. On Monday, the DEP found an algae bloom... + full article



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