Unsafe blue-green algae bloom reported at Lake Allatoona
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COBB COUNTY, Ga. - Officials are responding to a blue-green algae bloom at Lake Allatoona near Red Top Mountain Park Marina after the bloom was identified on May 7.
What they're saying:
Authorities are discouraging people from swimming in the affected area because this type of algae can produce toxins that may be harmful to humans and animals.
What's next:
The Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority said it continues analyzing water samples to identify and remove harmful contaminants and said the drinking water remains safe.