OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Whereas many households will likely be spending the Fourth of July weekend on Oklahoma lakes, metropolis leaders in Oklahoma Metropolis are warning that you’ll have to take some precautions.
On Monday, the Metropolis of Oklahoma Metropolis introduced that blue-green algae is now current at Lake Hefner.
Officers say the thick, inexperienced algae on the water’s edge is innocent, however blue-green algae blooms can produce toxins that may be dangerous to folks and animals.
Whereas swimming is banned at Lake Hefner, officers say folks boating and fishing ought to take some precautions to keep away from areas with seen algae accumulation.
It is vital to do the next:
- Keep away from pores and skin contact with, or swallowing, lake water
- Hold pets out of the lake and from ingesting untreated water
- Clear fish nicely and discard entrails.
Blue-green algae are microscopic organisms which can be naturally current in lakes and streams in low ranges. Nonetheless, the algae can turn into extra considerable throughout heat, sunny days.
Officers say the town’s ingesting water stays protected to drink. Any algae that enters the remedy course of is eliminated, together with all different toxins.
Utilities Division crews have been spot-treating areas to stop further algae progress.
