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County warns of harmful algal bloom in Lacamas Lake

Water sampling on June 2 showed elevated levels of cyanotoxins

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A sign posted near Lacamas Lake in Camas warns visitors of the presence of a toxic algal bloom on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024. (Kelly Moyer/Post-Record files)

Clark County Public Health has placed signs around Lacamas Lake in Camas this week warning that the lake has elevated levels of harmful cyanotoxins from algae.

Water samples collected from the lake on June 2 showed cyanotoxin levels above the Washington Department of Health’s recommended levels.

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