Algal Blooms

Blue-green algae are a natural part of the ecosystem. Algae can “bloom” or grow rapidly under ideal conditions, which include warm water temperature, calm conditions, and certain nutrients in the water. An algal bloom becomes harmful when it produces toxins.

It is Time for California to Address Harmful Algal Blooms

Warming Lakes Worldwide Could Mean More Toxic Algal Blooms

Summer brings threat of harmful algal blooms to Utah's lakes

Effects - Water Programs - University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences - UF/IFAS

Algae Blooms Visible From Space Increased as Climate Warmed - Bloomberg

Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs)

Harmful Algal Blooms in Chesapeake Bay – PME Providing sensors and systems for monitoring water parameters.

Fact Sheets, Harmful Algal Blooms

Harmful Algal Blooms Research

What is a harmful algal bloom? National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Harmful Algal Blooms - Florida Sea Grant