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Florida Health Advisory Issued for Water Quality Concerns
Confirmed
In Short: The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County has issued a water quality health advisory due to elevated bacteria levels, while DOH-Volusia alerts residents about harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Monroe.
The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County has issued a health advisory following the detection of bacteria levels exceeding state guidelines during regular water quality monitoring.
Simultaneously, the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in the center of Lake Monroe, advising residents and visitors to take precautionary measures.
Health officials recommend avoiding direct contact with the water and not consuming fish caught in the affected areas.
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection and partners continue to monitor and collect algae samples from reported bloom locations.
Background
Florida is a state in the Southeastern and South Atlantic regions of the United States. It borders the Gulf of Mexico to the west, Alabama to the northwest, Georgia to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Straits of Florida to the south, and The Bahamas to the southeast.
What's confirmed
- Sampling conducted during regular water quality monitoring showed that the level of bacteria exceeds the level established by state guidelines.
What's still developing
- Volusia County, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County (DOH-Volusia) has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins found in the center of Lake Monroe.
- Residents and visitors are advised to take the following precautions: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and partners collect algae samples from reported bloom locations.