Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
24-3400-B11
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.88639, -76.70872 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Northeast 3: Harris Park to Frontenac Park |
| County | Cayuga |
| Extent | Small Localized (few properties) |
When
| Bloom Reported | October 17, 2024 02:42 PM |
| Bloom Sampled | October 17, 2024 02:42 PM |
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What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
|---|
Bloom Chemistry
[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
Reported by a member of the community. No sample collected, but photos consistent with the appearance of a HAB. 2 other HABs reported within several miles of this report on this date as well. Sunny day in the high 50s. No sample collected.
Weather
| Weather | Sunny |
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