Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
25-3402-B4
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.90432, -76.72391 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Northeast 3: Harris Park to Frontenac Park |
| County | Cayuga |
| Extent | Small Localized (few properties) |
When
| Bloom Reported | October 17, 2025 12:00 PM |
| Bloom Sampled | October 17, 2025 12:00 PM |
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What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
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Bloom Chemistry
[1] Genera - plural of genus, a category of classification in biology that ranks between the family level and the species level. Because there are many different species of bacteria that are difficult to distinguish, it is more useful to classify bacteria by genus rather than species.
[2] Microcystin
[2] Microcystin
Map of HAB event
Bloom Description
Volunteer reported: Looks like it extends out towards the channel. Windy and sunny yesterday with ample algae in the lake. Really cold overnight, mid to high 30’s and sun now with light breeze.
Weather
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