Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
24-3406-B5
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.753366, -76.704128 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Northeast 6: Ellis Point to Wells College Boathouse |
| County | Cayuga |
| Extent | Widespread |
When
| Bloom Reported | September 15, 2024 02:30 PM |
| Bloom Sampled | September 15, 2024 03:35 PM |
| Microscopic Examination | September 16, 2024 12:00 AM |
What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
|---|---|---|
| Dolichospermum | ||
| Microcystis |
Bloom Chemistry
| Total Chlorophyll a | 34.5 ug/L |
| Total Microcystin and Nodularins (EPA 546) [2] | 18.9 ug/L |
[1] Genera - plural of genus, a category of classification in biology that ranks between the family level and the species level. Because there are many different species of bacteria that are difficult to distinguish, it is more useful to classify bacteria by genus rather than species.
[2] Microcystin
[2] Microcystin
Map of HAB event
Bloom Description
Volunteer reports: Very hot, bright sun, 80 degrees. Calm water. Extended far into lake but not as streaky. Stopped viewing bloom at approximately distance of Long Point state park distance from shore (south of sampling point).
Weather
| Weather | Sunny |
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