Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Toxic Algae Bloom “Of Some Significance” Reported at Utah Lake; Closures Posted

Payson Fire and Rescue, this afternoon, posted a notice on social media concerning significant toxic algae bloom discovered at Utah Lake.

Utah Lake has had a toxic algae bloom of significance,” the notice reads.  “If ingested the toxin can cause life threatening conditions.  Even contact with the water is recommended against. For more information see

“Due to this condition Utah State Division of Water Quality and Utah County Health Department are posting closures on Utah lake to protect people from the medical complications that can occur with this bloom. We will keep you informed as conditions change.”


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