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Blue Green Algae - Warning May 09Last modified: May 26, 2009 - 4:49 PM
Tests have revealed the presence of Blue Green Algae in the Murray, Wakool and Edward Rivers. The former red alerts, have been downgraded to an Amber alert for the Murray River at Barham, Tooleybuc and Murray Downs as well as the Edward River at Moulamein and Wakool River at Kyalite - however caution with regard to use of this water is still required. Councils potable (filtered) water systems are not affected, as the water is treated through the filtration plant. Council strongly recommends that where the only source of water is from the raw system, than an alternative source of water for household use ie drinking, cooking and personal hygiene be arranged. We advise all water users to avoid drinking untreated water from the Murray River and also to avoid contact with any water which appears discoloured, or exhibits a musty or septic odour, as blue-green algae may cause skin and eye irritations or gastroenteritis if swallowed. Boiling the water does not remove toxins and users should not cook with affected water. Livestock owners are reminded to continue to check stock water supplies for blue green algae and to remove stock from foreshores were surface scum is visible or blue green algae are suspected. For further information please contact Councils Barham Office on ' 03 54533200 or the Regional Algal Coordinating Committee freecall Algal Information Hotline on 1800 999 457. Alternatively click on either www.dwe.nsw.gov.au or www.g-mwater.com.au Contact details |
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