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Lake Erie algae blooms predicted to be less severe this year, but much work left to do

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Lake Erie algae blooms predicted to be less severe this year, but much work left to do WOSU-FM The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts this summer's harmful algal bloom in Lake Erie will measure between 4-5.5 on its severity scale — lower than 2019 levels, but still above the federal agency's goal. Noticeable blooms are expected on Lake Erie this year, according to NOAA researcher Rick Stumpf, but the water should remain largely safe to the public. The agency is expecting the bloom to fall closer to 4.5 this year. READ MORE

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