Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
23-3459-B6
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.854027, -76.704148 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Northeast 3: Harris Park to Frontenac Park |
| County | Cayuga |
| Extent | Small Localized (few properties) |
When
| Bloom Reported | September 13, 2023 04:00 PM |
| Bloom Sampled | September 13, 2023 04:00 PM |
| Microscopic Examination | September 14, 2023 12:00 AM |
What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
|---|---|---|
| Microcystis | ||
| Pseudoanabaena |
Bloom Chemistry
| Total Chlorophyll a | 49.9 ug/L |
| Total Microcystin and Nodularins (EPA 546) [2] | 22.7 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
Bloom spread across two properties, showing green strands that were slowly dissipating. This bloom was observed along Springport Cove Rd. in Union Springs. NY.
Weather
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