With a new month on the horizon, algae blooms at three lakes in Reston appear to be turning a leaf. Warnings to avoid making contact with Lake Anne and Lake Audubon have been lifted after an algae bloom took over some parts of the lakes since mid-November. A spokesperson for Reston Association, which manages the
Updated at 3:40 p.m. An algae bloom was spotted this morning in Lake Anne, joining blooms on Lake Thoreau and Lake Audubon, Reston Association says. "At this time, Reston Association has determined that treatment of the blooms would not be beneficial, as a mass die-off of algae after treatment would cause a dip in otherwise
An algae bloom has taken over a portion of Reston’s Lake Thoreau. In a statement released yesterday (Tuesday), Reston Association said the bloom contains “potentially harmful cyanobacteria.” “It is advised for residents and their animals to avoid contact with the water at this time and remain attentive to any signage posted around the lake,” RA
(Updated at 4:35 p.m.) Reston Association is monitoring the presence of potentially harmful algae at Lake Anne. According to a statement released yesterday (Wednesday), the blue-green algae was spotted in some parts of the lake. There are currently no restrictions on boating and fishing, but it's best to avoid contact with the lake water, RA
Upgrades to the pool officially begin today (Photo via Reston Association/Twitter). Upgrades to Glade Pool (11550 Glade Drive) officially begin today. Planned improvements include partially replacing the concrete deck, repairing the spa jet and chipping out the main pool for tiling and coping. In a statement, Reston Association Director of Communications and Marketing Mike Leone