Water samples collected from the lake on Monday, Aug. 5 show toxin levels are below thresholds set by the Washington Department of Health
VANCOUVER – Clark County Public Health has lifted its warning advisory at Vancouver Lake. Water samples collected from the lake on Monday, Aug. 5 show toxin levels are below thresholds set by the Washington Department of Health.
The warning signs posted at the lake are being removed. However, algal blooms remain in several areas of the lake, including the swim beach and flushing channel. 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 Vancouver 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 in Camas remains in place. Results from water samples taken from Lacamas Lake on Monday, Aug. 5 indicate toxin levels remain elevated.
Public Health will continue to monitor Vancouver and Lacamas 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.
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