Toxic algae warnings posted at Lacamas and Round lakes

Clark County Public Health has issued a warning advisory at Lacamas and Round lakes in Camas due to elevated levels of cyanotoxins from harmful algae.

Public Health has been monitoring harmful algal blooms at Lacamas Lake since early July. A warning advisory was in place at the lake for a few weeks last month but was lifted after water quality improved. Public Health said this week they have added a warning advisory at Round Lake, due to elevated levels of cyanotoxins from harmful algae.

• No swimming or water skiing.
• No water contact for animals.
• Avoiding areas of scum when using motorized boats, paddle boarding, kayaking or canoeing.
• No drinking lake water.
• Cleaning fish well and discarding organs.