What to know about algae in Tahoe

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What to know about algae in Tahoe

LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Cal. – Algae in Lake Tahoe has been a hot topic this summer. While these tiny organisms are a natural part of Tahoe’s aquatic ecosystem, algae can become a harmful algal bloom, or HAB, under the right conditions. No HABs have been detected in Lake Tahoe this summer, but this time of year is when to be on the lookout, when warm, shallow water increases the likelihood for HABs. For everyone who enjoys the region’s lakes, rivers, a…