Harmful algal bloom prompts recreational public health advisory at Caneyville Reservoir
The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet has issued a recreational public health advisory for Caneyville Reservoir after a sample collected from the water indicated the presence of a harmful algal bloom. According to a release from the EEC, harmful algal blooms occur “when there are excess nutrients (phosphorus and nitrogen), sunny conditions, warm temperatures, and low-flow or low-water conditions.” Recreational activities that can result in physical contact with the water […]
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