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How Much Dangerous Algae Toxin is in the Air?

How Much Dangerous Algae Toxin is in the Air?

Calusa Waterkeeper is checking the air for cyanotoxins, produced by microscopic organisms that photosynthesize as plants do, but are indeed bacteria, even though they’re commonly called blue-green algae. Some produce potent toxins that have been linked to grave health problems.

Tropical Storm Elsa Could Worsen the Blue-Green Algae Situation in SWFL

Tropical Storm Elsa Could Worsen the Blue-Green Algae Situation in SWFL

New pictures taken over Lake Okeechobee show huge swaths of blue-green algae and Tropical Storm Elsa could make things worse. “Our pilot flew the lake yesterday and there was about a 12 mile stretch of the lake where it was concentrated for sure,” John Cassani, from the Calusa Waterkeeper, said.

Guest Opinion: Stating the Facts About Water Quality in Lee County

Guest Opinion: Stating the Facts About Water Quality in Lee County

There is no comparison between what happened in Flint Michigan and what is now happening in SW Florida. For the record, I would like to state a few facts about water quality in Lee County and then the readers can make up their own minds on how competent our state and local officials are.

Words from the Waterkeeper, Episode 29

Words from the Waterkeeper, Episode 29

This week’s updates from John include water quality in Matlacha Pass, info on CDC study, and an event this Saturday, July 3rd at 2 pm, at Unitarian Universalist Church to support Right to Clean Water.

Group Tests Air Quality Impacts of Decomposing Algae

Group Tests Air Quality Impacts of Decomposing Algae

Something beneath the surface of the water may impact the air we breathe. Volunteers are testing the air quality around Matlacha Pass and whether decomposing algae released dangerous chemicals into the air. Sue Dahod doesn’t take her role as a Calusa Waterkeeper ranger lightly.

Guest Opinion: Will LOSOM Get the Water Right?

Guest Opinion: Will LOSOM Get the Water Right?

If you are wondering what the next Lake Okeechobee water release schedule will bring, you are not alone. The Lake schedule, being revised by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE), will be called the Lake Okeechobee System Operating Manual (LOSOM).

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