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How SF Bay Area algae bloom is impacting water sports, activities
Water sport groups who use the San Francisco Bay for recreation classes said they’ve seen a spike in cancellations last month, likely as a result of the harmful algae bloom spreading across the region. While rowing and similar water sports does not require people to intentionally enter the water, participants often get splashed or can accidentally fall in. Water sports groups have been trying to keep up with the latest news on the blooms and telling customers that this specific algae isn’t known to be harmful to humans. Andrew O’Brien, president of the Lake Merritt Rowing Club, told The Chronicle he has received emails from several concerned members in the…
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Coventry Lake closed due to algae bloom
A health advisory has been issued for the lake due to a blue-green algae bloom. Neighbors say they’re saddened summer on the lake is paused for at least 3 weeks. COVENTRY, Conn — Summer on Coventry Lake is paused until potentially mid-August after a bloom of blue-green algae was detected. The Eastern Highlands Health District issued an advisory Friday for people to avoid coming in contact with the water. That means no swimming or water sports at the popular summer destination. “It’s an emptiness. You want to feel able to go there anytime you want to. We have a pontoon we want to enjoy,” Karen Roberts said. RELATED: Connecticut first…
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Toxic algae bloom threatens to shut down water sports, beach at Windsor Lake
WINDSOR, Colo. — For those trying to beat the heat, Mariea Turner and her two kids have found a top spot. “You just try to balance yourself and not fall in,” Turner said as she pushed a paddleboard onto Windsor Lake. “It’s relaxing and fun. It gets the kids out on the lake, and it calms my mind.” Windsor Lake is a premiere attraction in northern Colorado. “It’s just fun to swim in and cool off,” said one beachgoer. “The best part is just how close it is to everything here,” said Blaine Tonnies, who has worked at the lake for the past three summers. “It’s a five-minute drive. You…
