On Tuesday green algae could been seen almost at a standstill on top of the Maumee River. That is the algae that releases the microsystin toxins. We normally see this dense algae out on Lake Erie. But some are wondering why … Continue Reading…
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Dave Spangler, vice president of the Lake Erie Charter Association, told people aboard his vessel the noxious algae has driven away 25 to 30 percent of his business, and hurt property values near his lakefront condo. “Our business is entirely … Continue Reading…
Algae advisory keeps many away from Maumee Bay State Park Signs on Beach: Avoid water: “That looks like spilled paint” “Has Green globs floating below the Surface” “Avoid Swallowing Lake Water” The beaches at Maumee Bay State Park were unusually … Continue Reading…
WEST JEFFERSON, Ohio — Manure spread across more than 100 acres of farmland just before a major thunderstorm rolled in killed “close to 15,000” fish in eastern Williams County’s picturesque Beaver Creek, raising new questions about the strength of rules … Continue Reading…
Property values fall, as do fishing license sales, two studies find – first ever (OSU) COLUMBUS, Ohio—In a new study, researchers at The Ohio State University estimate algal blooms at two Ohio lakes cost Ohio homeowners $152 million in lost … Continue Reading…