Because of the health risks of the potentially toxic cyanobacteria blooms in Oregon’s lakes, rivers, and reservoirs, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) urged residents and visitors to be vigilant and report the possible presence of cyanobacteria in freshwater bodies across Oregon.
The Agency has also made an online map available to see where cyanobacteria blooms have been reported.
Cyanobacteria Blooms Warning In Oregon
Effective immediately, the OHO is issuing pre-emptive public warnings following reports of dog illnesses or deaths potentially linked to cyanotoxin exposure and has introduced a new tool to report the possible presence of cyanobacteria in freshwater bodies across Oregon.
Dogs are especially vulnerable to cyanobacteria and can become severely ill or die within minutes to hours after exposure by drinking contaminated water or ingesting toxins from floating mats…