NHDES is issuing a cyanobacteria alert northwest of Spectacle Island in Moultonborough Bay. This is not a formal cyanobacteria advisory, but rather a statement intended to inform and educate folks about a more "unusual" cyanobacteria. Stigonema have the ability to produce toxins, so if this is present on your shorefront please do not remove it. If you suspect cyanobacteria please contact NHDES and LWA using the contact information below.
Take a picture of the suspected bloom and send it to NHDES and LWA with the date/time/location and your contact information
Report to NHDES
Text/Call HAB Hotline: (603) 848-8094
Email:
[email protected]
Contact LWA
Text/Call: (603) 581-6632
Email:
[email protected]
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http://www.winnipesaukee.org/