Understanding the Dangers of Blue-Green Algae

The Department of Water Resources regularly tests the waterways of the State Water Project for blue-green algae (cyanobacteria), and posts warning signs when the water is considered unsafe. This video helps the public know how to spot the algae and understand why it’s important to heed posted warning signs.

July 15: Peace & Dignity Journeys, Large Algae Bloom, more

Tonight on SCV NewsBreak, indigenous people who are participating in a run across two continents stopped in SCV. Plus, officials urge the public to avoid the water at Pyramid Lake because of a large algae bloom.

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In "SCV NewsBreak"

Protect Every Drop: Clean Water Starts with Clean Highways

Protect Every Drop is Caltrans’ Stormwater Public Education Campaign to help encourage positive behaviors needed by the motoring public to help improve water quality throughout the state.

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Double Tracking to Increase Rail Capacity

What does Caltrans have to do with laying train track? Find out here.

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1 Comment for Department of Water Resources: Understanding the Dangers of Blue-Green Algae

Teri Walker Caldwell says:

October 12, 2019 at 9:49 am

I take Blue-green Algae tablets because there’s nutrients in it. Don’t the fish eat it too?

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