DOH-Hillsborough cautions the public of the presence of blue-green algae in Bayport Canal (private canal) on September 17, 2026. Water sample testing is underway. Blue-green algae have the potential to produce toxins.
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DOH-Hillsborough has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Thonotosassa. The alert is in response to a water sample taken on September 14.
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