Lake Erie algal bloom

Harmful algae blooms threaten drinking water for 11 million people around Lake Erie. When it rains, excess fertilizer and manure from farm fields flow into streams and rivers that feed the lake. This pollution fuels algal blooms that can make water toxic to fish, wildlife, and people.

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Press Release

April 25, 2017

Groups Sue U.S. EPA to Act on Lake Erie

(Joint Press Release from: Alliance for the Great Lakes – Lake Erie Charter Boat Association – Lake Erie Foundation – Michigan United Conservation Clubs – National Wildlife Federation – Ohio Environmental […]

Blog

July 29, 2015

One-year after Toledo drinking water crisis; Where are we now?

A year ago, something happened that shocked our Great Lakes region – a major city found toxic drinking water moving through its taps. There were warnings. Small groups of scientists […]