Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
24-3459-B5
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.854883, -76.707285 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Northeast 3: Harris Park to Frontenac Park |
| County | Cayuga |
| Extent | Small Localized (few properties) |
When
| Bloom Reported | August 26, 2024 01:00 PM |
| Bloom Sampled | August 26, 2024 01:00 PM |
| Microscopic Examination | August 27, 2024 12:00 AM |
What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
|---|---|---|
| Dolichospermum | ||
| Microcystis |
Bloom Chemistry
| Total Chlorophyll a | 638.0 ug/L |
| Total Microcystin and Nodularins (EPA 546) [2] | 379.0 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
[2] Microcystin
Map of HAB event
Bloom Description
Volunteer reports: Localized green paint like HAB. The rest of water has a cloudy green tinge, but no strands at this time. 2-3 hot days with hot temperatures and calm winds. Lots of boating occurring.
Weather
| Weather | Sunny |
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