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Toxic Algae Alert: Stay away from Roger Williams Park Ponds

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A toxic blue-green algae bloom has been found in several ponds at Roger Williams Park, and officials are urging people to stay out of the water. The Rhode Island Department of Health and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management issued a warning Tuesday advising people to avoid contact with all Roger Williams Park ponds. … Read more

Toxic Blue-Green Algae Blooms At Deep Spring Lake In North Providence

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COVENTRY, RI — State officials on Tuesday urged residents to avoid Deep Spring Lake in North Providence due to blue-green algae blooms. Blue-green algae can produce toxins that can harm humans and animals, and toxins were present in recent samples at the lake, according to the Rhode Island Department of Health. State officials said people … Read more