Microcystis blooms have become a regular occurrence on the lake. In 2014, the bloom was especially intense around the water intake for Toledo, Ohio, causing managers to warn residents not to consume public drinking water for several days.
Published Aug 5, 2014Image of the Day Life Water Human Presence Remote Sensing Water Color
Upwelling currents and summer weather promoted a large bloom of floating, microscopic plants off the coast of Oregon and Washington.
Published Jul 31, 2014A confluence of changing weather and abundant nutrients sets the table for a feast of phytoplankton.
Published May 27, 2014