Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code 24-3459-B2
Where
Water Body Cayuga Lake
Latitude and Longitude 42.854225, -76.703914
Segment Lakeshore Segment Northeast 3: Harris Park to Frontenac Park
County Cayuga
Extent Widespread
When
Bloom Reported July 23, 2024 12:20 PM
Bloom Sampled July 23, 2024 12:25 PM
Microscopic Examination July 23, 2024 12:00 AM
What
Bloom Genera [1]
Microscopy Present Dominant
Dolichospermum
Microcystis

Bloom Chemistry
Total Chlorophyll a 8950.0 ug/L
Total Microcystin and Nodularins (EPA 546) [2] 1104.0 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
Map of HAB event
Bloom Description

Water is clear except for HAB along shorelines; All properties on Springport Cove Rd.; Some areas thick green paint and others defined strands.

Weather
Weather
Wind speed 4-7 mph - Light breeze, wind felt on face, leaves rustle, vanes moved by wind
Wind direction Northwest
Water Temp
Air Temp