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Blue Green Algal Bloom
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Department of Health in Indian River County is correcting the location of the existing Health Alert for the presence of Microcystin Toxin. Blue green algae produce and release this toxin. Fellsmere WMA/Headwaters Lake is accessed through the parking area for the Stick Marsh.
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The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) encourages everyone to maximize the health benefits and fun of summertime spent in and around Florida's waters: play it safe and keep it healthy.
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