The cyanobacteria bloom in western Lake Erie has an approximate area of 300 square miles, which is a decrease in area since Aug 22.
The Microcystis bloom extends from Stony Point, Michigan to Port Clinton, OH. The bloom also extends into the western basin towards Leamington, Ontario. Sandusky Bay has a local bloom of mixed cyanobacteria.
Toxins have been detected below the recreational limit. However, they can be highly concentrated in scums. If you see scum, keep your pets and yourself out of the water. In the satellite imagery any areas that are orange or red are likely to have scum, especially during calm winds.
Health Information:
- For HAB safety information, visit Ohio EPA
- For current HAB conditions at Lake Erie Beaches, visit Ohio DOH BeachGuard
