10/08/2021
Unfortunately blue/green algae has been in some areas of Bates Wood Lake.
Some blue-green algae can produce toxins, some do not. However, exposure to any blue-green algae blooms can cause health effects in people and animals when water with blooms is touched, swallowed, or when airborne droplets are inhaled. Exposure to high levels of blue-green algae and their toxins can cause diarrhea, nausea or vomiting; skin, eye or throat irritation; and allergic reactions or breathing difficulties.
As a precaution do not let your dogs or other animals enter the water - wild swimming should also be avoided.