blue-green algae

Researchers from Michigan State University used open data to study climate change in 24,000 U.S. lakes

Wisconsin saw an increase in reports of algal blooms on lakes in 2024.But just because reports are up, doesn’t mean lakes are experiencing more or worse blooms.

Seasonal blooms are common and often monitored in warm and high nutrient lakes throughout southern Wisconsin, but are less commonly reported in lakes up north. This makes it challenging to track and manage across the 1,000s of regional lakes.

Local health officials are warning people that blue-green algae blooms may be sticking around longer this fall because of our unusually warm weather.

According to the latest Environmental Protection Agency data, harmful algae bloom events are increasing across the country - including in Wisconsin

Michigan residents are being warned to be prepared for another season of harmful algal blooms in the Great Lakes

The Lincoln County Health Department cautions Blue-Green Algae can appear this time of year and can be harmful to humans and pets when swallowed

Late summer is a common time for blue green algae blooms to appear, but as the climate changes, these blooms are becoming more common, even on lakes scientists wouldn’t have predicted.

Reports of harmful algal blooms have increased in Michigan in recent years, and state officials have tips on how to keep an eye out for them.

WALKER, Minn. -- Minnesota is coming off a streak of extremely hot weather. But year-round, the state is warmer than it used to be, and concerns about…