SELAH, Wash. – The Yakima Well being District says a dangerous algae bloom has been present in Elton Pond in Selah.
Algal blooms are fast development of algae or cyanobacteria in water that may hurt folks, animals and the surroundings.
YHD urges the general public to avoid Elton Pond and observe the directions on posted indicators.
YHD says those that ingested toxins from the bloom could expertise signs corresponding to:
- Dangerous mouth style
- Lack of urge for food
- Malaise or lethargy
- Headache or fever
- Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
- Blood within the urine or darkish urine
- Acute hepatitis or jaundice
For extra data on dangerous algal blooms, go to the CDC web site.