Mandeville Bans Swimming In Lake Pontchartrain Due To Algae

Algae

The city of Mandeville is prohibiting swimming in Lake Pontchartrain due to harmful algae blooms on the water.

Officials say they have also closed the St. Tammany Fishing Pier and Northshore Beach because of the toxic algae.

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Algae Bloom Closes Northshore Beach, St. Tammany Fishing Pier

The algae is described as having an odor of rotting vegetation and is dangerous because exposure can result in rashes, vomiting, and nervous system problems.

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