Blue green algae has closed a popular beach on Canandaigua Lake. Kershaw Beach in Canandaigua was closed today after the algae, also known as cyanobacteria, was found in the water. New York State Department of Health officials were at the beach Thursday taking water samples. Until the state labs process them and give an […]
The Ontario County Health Department says blue green algae has been spotted in both Canandaigua and Honeoye Lakes. They say swimming has been closed at Deep Run Beach in Gorham and Onanda Park Beach in Canandaigua as a result. Sandy Bottom Beach on Honeoye Lake has also been closed for the season because of […]
The Ontario County Health Department has issued a warning that blue-green algae blooms have been found in Canandaigua Lake. The health department says some varieties are toxic to humans and dogs, and it’s asking people to avoid contact with the water if they see the water is discolored or has a scum on top. They […]