Algal Alert: Wales’ Biggest Natural Lake Under Siege
Visitors are being warned to take extra care when visiting a popular north Wales lake after harmful algae was found in the water.
The Eryri National Park stated that blue-green algae has been found in certain areas of Llyn Tegid in Bala, Gwynedd.
The authorities have advised residents to exercise caution near the lake and refrain from making direct contact with the algae.
Blue-green algae is a collection of microscopic organisms those that occur naturally in lakes and streams but can turn detrimental.
The lake is favored by fans of water activities.
Visitors are requested to acquaint themselves with the safety guidelines at the waterfront and avoid entering the water during an algal bloom.
Blue-green algae - cyanobacteria - can become abundant in warm, shallow, undisturbed, nutrient-rich surface waters that receive a lot of sunlight, leading to floating mats or scums on the water's surface.
Certain types of algae generate toxins that may lead to skin irritations, nausea, eye problems, vomiting, fever, diarrhea, as well as muscle and joint discomfort when ingested.
Nevertheless, it is impossible to determine whether a bloom is poisonous just by observing it.
The algae can be extremely dangerous to pets , livestock and wildlife.
- Blue-green algae will be tracked from space.
- Scientists have uncovered little information regarding algae's effect on wildlife.
- Researchers use algae to power computer
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