A Halifax beach is closed due to a possible blue-green algae bloom.
HRM says Cunard Pond Beach is closed for recreational use.
Water users are encouraged to take the following precautions:
- Avoid water contact. If contact occurs, towel off vigorously and wash with tap water as soon as possible.
- Do not swim or wade (or allow your pets to swim or wade) in any areas where blue-green algae is visible or in areas that have been closed to swimming due to possible blue-green algae.
- Keep pets on-leash and do not allow them to consume blue-green algae material.
- Avoid consuming water from this lake.
- Avoid consuming fish that has come from this lake.
The city says while they test the bloom, the beach will remain closed.
