The Florida Department of Health in Clay County has issued a health alert after blue-green algae toxins were detected in Duck Creek following a water sample collected May 20. The creek empties into the southwest section of Doctors Lake.
Officials are urging residents and visitors to avoid all contact with affected waters, including swimming, wading and personal watercraft use.
Anyone who comes into contact with the algae or discolored or foul-smelling water should wash skin and clothing with soap and water immediately. Pet owners and livestock keepers should keep animals away from the area and provide alternative water sources…