What to know about algae in Tahoe this summer

What to know about algae in Tahoe this summer

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – During the summer, algae in Lake Tahoe is a hot topic. While these tiny organisms are a natural part of Tahoe’s aquatic ecosystem, algae can become a harmful algal bloom, or HAB, where the water is warm and shallow. For everyone who enjoys the region’s lakes, rivers, and creeks, it’s important to know how to spot a HAB, where to report your sightings, and what to do to keep yourselves, your pets, and others safe. A NAT…