A smear of green scum swirled by the shoreline of American Lake on Wednesday afternoon, the result of a winter algae bloom the city of Lakewood confirmed this week.
Visitors were advised to “Watch out for toxic algae!” and to not swim, boat or let pets go near the algae, as it could make people and animals sick, per a sign posted by the new boat launch.
City communications manager Kelie Kahler told The News Tribune on Tuesday that Lakewood is working with the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department to test the water for possible cyanobacteria and expects test results as soon as next week…