Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
25-3419-B1
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.5408318, -76.5493602 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Southeast 3: Salt Point Natural Area |
| County | Tompkins |
| Extent | Large Localized |
When
| Bloom Reported | July 11, 2025 11:15 AM |
| Bloom Sampled | July 11, 2025 11:15 AM |
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What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
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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
Volunteer reports: Calm and sunny conditions. HAB extends several hundred yards to the north. PRIORITY SITE: Small and dispersed, did not take a sample at this time.
Weather
| Weather | Sunny |
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