Indian Lake Watershed Association Update 7-24-2019
Algae Treatment at Indian Lake

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 7/23/2019 1:07 PM

The City of Worcester Department of Public Works & Parks has contracted for the application of copper sulfate to Indian Lake on Thursday, July 25, 2019. We advise all persons to stay out of the water, discontinue boat use and fishing, and keep their pets out of the water on this day. Beaches will be posted prior to the application. It is planned that the lake will reopen the following day.

Copper sulfate is a safe and effective way to control the growth of harmful, toxin-producing algae. The application of copper sulfate is a common practice to maintain a healthy lake and poses minimal risk to humans and animals after application is complete. The application is coordinated with the Indian Lake Watershed Association and has been approved by the Worcester Conservation Commission.
Shore Park Beach Closed for High Bacteria Count

Please take note that a high bacteria count was detected at the Shore Park beach which caused it to be closed for the day today. This is not uncommon following extremely heavy rains. We anticipate this will be cleared quickly and look forward to communication from the Department of Public Health that regularly monitors this.

While it sounds similar, a high bacteria count is vastly different than a cyanobacteria (blue green algae) bloom. 

Lifeguards remain on duty daily from noon to 7 pm. They will advise accordingly.   


Website: www.ilwa.org

Indian Lake Watershed Association, Inc.
PO Box 60244, Worcester, MA 01606

  
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