Blue-green algae health advisory issued for Lake Nokomis beach

A health advisory was issued for Lake Nokomis Main Beach by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) on Wednesday after officials found high levels of blue-green algae (cyanobacteria).

MPRB’s water quality monitoring in Lake Nokomis found that levels of microcystin – a toxin produced by blue-green algae – exceeded state guidelines.

Samples from other MPRB-run beaches have acceptable results for cyanobacteria, however four beaches continue to remain closed due to high levels of E. coli bacteria.

MPRB advises to not swim when a suspected hazardous algae blooms are present, and if you believe that you were exposed to blue-green algae, shower and rinse immediately.

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