Blue-green algae are microscopic organisms that naturally occur in Connecticut’s lakes, ponds and rivers. When they interact with hot temperatures, sunlight and high nutrient levels, it causes the ...

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment added five bodies of water to its blue-green algae advisory list on Friday.

A side effect of one of the worst droughts in Califonia history is the spread of cyanobacteria — better known as blue-green algae.This year, 32 lakes, streams and reservoirs throughout the state ...

Paerl recommends staying away from water (even from playing near it, considering potential airborne toxins) that shows signs of blue-green algae, which can often be identified from its green tint ...

Harmful algae blooms, which can be blue, vibrant green, brown or red, are sometimes mistaken for paint floating on the water. Toxic algae often stink, sometimes producing a downright nauseating ...

Blue-green algae can form blooms that discolor the water or produce floating mats or scums on the waters surface that have a paint-like appearance. The bloom might be blue-green, green, yellow ...

Sometimes the algae look like grains of floating green sand or scum. They can go undetected by dog owners if they lurk under the water’s surface or attach to plants.

MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — A treatment for blue-green algae seems to be working at least in concentrated areas of the C-44 canal. Experts say the South Florida Water Management District has ...

If you think you've spotted blue-green algae, there's a really easy way to find out. Grab a branch or use your paddle and dunk it in the water. If it comes out with stringy green algae on it, it's ...

KNOXVILLE, TENN. (WJHL) – Officials say when it comes to blue-green algae, the best treatment is to avoid contact with the substance in the first place. Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-gree… ...

This little guy, about the size of an AA battery, kept a computer running for more than 6 months. Photo: Paolo Bombelli There’s “green energy” and then there’s truly GREEN energy, or ...