Blue-Green Algae Advisory Lifted for Eagle Lake
Alberta Health Services has lifted its advisory for blue-green algae at Eagle Lake, located southeast of Strathmore, effective Wednesday.
Reason for Lifting the Advisory
Cooler weather has decreased the lake's temperature, reducing the health risks posed by cyanobacteria, commonly known as blue-green algae.
Previous Warnings
Eagle Lake, situated in Wheatland County about 45 minutes east of Calgary, was previously under an advisory that warned people to avoid contact with the algae.
- Officials also advised against using untreated lake water for drinking or cooking.
- Boiling the water does not eliminate the toxins produced by the algae.
- Alberta Health Services recommended sourcing alternative water for people, pets, and livestock whenever algae is present.
Boiling does not remove the toxins and people should use alternate water sources for themselves, pets, and livestock when algae may be present.
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Summary: Alberta Health Services has lifted the blue-green algae advisory at Eagle Lake due to cooler temperatures reducing health risks, but precautions remain advised when algae is present.