Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
24-3400-B8
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.57835, -76.611495 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Southeast 2: Lake Ridge Point to Salt Point Natural Area |
| County | Tompkins |
| Extent | Large Localized |
When
| Bloom Reported | September 30, 2024 |
| Bloom Sampled | September 30, 2024 |
| Microscopic Examination | October 01, 2024 |
What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
|---|---|---|
| Dolichospermum | ||
| Microcystis |
Bloom Chemistry
| Total Chlorophyll a | 0.163 ug/L |
| Total Microcystin and Nodularins (EPA 546) [2] | 62.8 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: Lake has been very calm today up until maybe 20 minutes ago. Was very flat when I took the pictures. Wind has come up a little while trying to fill out this report and get pictures transferred. Bloom extends as far as I can see in either direction when I go out on the dock. Has been raining the past few days. HABS worst near shore. Solid on shore and streaks a bit further out.