blue-green algae

Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, can produce dangerous toxins and irritants.

Officials are warning those who visit Sloans Lake in Cheyenne to avoid blue-green algae in the water.

With summertime upon us and the opportunity to spend more and more time on the water abounding, the Wyoming Department of Health is warning residents and tourists alike of harmful cyanobacterial blooms, otherwise known as blue-green algae.

The algae can produce toxins that are bad for people, pets, livestock, and wildlife.

State agencies are reminding those looking to cool off in Wyoming's lakes and reservoirs this summer to keep an eye out for cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae.

With the official start of summer rapidly approaching, more and more Wyomingites are heading to the state's lakes, but summer also means the possible return of blue-green algae. In a news release Monday, the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality is advising the public to be on the lookout for blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria blooms in the state's lakes...

Blue-green algae, or harmful cyanobacteria, can toxic to humans, pets and livestock.

Blue-green algae can toxic to humans, pets and livestock.

Lakes under recreational advisories are not considered closed as the blooms may only be present in certain areas and conditions can change frequently.

Symptoms can vary depending on the type and length of the exposure.