Swimmers and their pets are being advised to avoid shoreline areas of Cazenovia Lake where blue-green algae blooms are visible.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has confirmed the presence of blue-green algae blooms in the lake, according to its website.
Not all shoreline areas area affected; there are patches here and there and they can move from day to day, said Cazenovia Town Councilor Liz Moran, who runs Ecological LLC, a water quality consulting firm. People and their pets should avoid areas of discolored water or surface scum.
The DEC says these blooms can be harmful to people and animals when they come into contact with them. They can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and skin or throat irritation.
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