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Early Algae Bloom Warning on Lake Winnebago | Green Bay News
Early blue-green algae blooms are showing up on Lake Winnebago’s west shore — one of the earliest sightings in years. Local guide Steven Mortenson captured the eerie, foamy blue surface and voiced concern. Health officials are sounding the alarm: contact with the algae can make people and pets sick. Symptoms include nausea, rashes, or breathing issues — rinse off immediately and seek medical help if needed. Watch for pea-soup water, surface foam, and a foul odor. Beaches like Menominee Park now have warning signs — and they’ll stay up year-round as a precaution. This isn’t just a local issue…
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