Posted: Thu 21st Jul 2016

‘Toxic’ Blue Green Algae Found in Acton Park Lake

Wrexham.com for people living in or visiting the Wrexham area
This article is old - Published: Thursday, Jul 21st, 2016

A health warning has been issued after toxic algae was discovered in a Wrexham park.

The Blue Green Algae, which is naturally occurring during periods of calm warm weather, has been detected at Acton Park Lake.

Blue Green Algae can be toxic to humans and animals, if swallowed or if it comes into contact with the skin, therefore no one should enter the lake or allow their pets to come into contact with the water.

For more information please call Wrexham County Borough Council on Tel 01978 298989 or Natural Resources Wales on Tel 0300 065 3000



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