The warning signs posted at the lake are being removed; however, as long as blooms of harmful algae are present, toxin levels could increase as conditions at the lake change

VANCOUVER – Clark County Public Health has lifted its algae advisory at Vancouver Lake. Water samples collected from the lake show water quality has improved over the last two weeks and toxin levels are no longer elevated. 

The warning signs posted at the lake are being removed. However as long as blooms of harmful algae are present, toxin levels could increase as conditions at the lake change. Public Health encourages people swimming and recreating in the lake to watch for floating scum and avoid direct contact with water in those areas. Pets should not drink or have contact with water in areas of floating scum.

The warning advisory at Lacamas Lake remains in place. Results from water samples taken from Lacamas Lake on Tuesday, Sept. 3 indicate toxin levels remain elevated. 

Public Health will continue to monitor the lakes and take weekly water samples to test toxin levels. Additional information about harmful algal blooms and current advisories are available on the Public Health website.

Information provided by Clark Co. WA Communications.