Heat, drought causing spike in algal blooms at Lake Mitchell
“Historically, the dry, hotter summers have led to increased toxin and microcystin levels. And that’s what is happening with the drought and higher temperatures,” said Parks and Recreation Director Nathan Powell. Written By: Sam Fosness | ×
Algae on the banks of Lake Mitchell at Sandy Beach. (Matt Gade / Mitchell Republic)
The heat waves and drought conditions that Mitchell has experienced this year is taking its toll on Lake Mitchell.
Parks and Recreation Director Nathan Powell said this summer has seen the most “warning” and “watch” advisory levels at Lake Mitchell since 2017, which is when the city began testing on a weekly basis. The first watch advisory was issued in late May, while the first warning came shortly after on July 8 and lasted until July 26, equating to a total of five weeks worth of advisories this summer.
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