Harmful Algal Blooms in Ohio Waters

Harmful algal blooms are all over the news after the Toledo drinking water crises of 2011 and 2014, but what actually causes causes these algal blooms and why are they so dangerous? This 4 page fact sheet will provide you with answers about what makes up a harmful algal bloom, why they form, why they’re dangerous, and what you can do to help prevent them and keep yourself safe

Published: Jan 1, 2011

Last Modified: May 2, 2018

Length: 4 pages

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Contributors

Eugene C. Braig IV

Eugene C. Braig IV , IV

Program Director, Aquatic Ecosystems, OSU School of Environment & Natural Resources (SENR)

Dr. Joseph D. Conroy

Fisheries Biologist, ODNR Division of Wildlife

Frank Robert Lichtkoppler

Frank Robert Lichtkoppler

Sea Grant Extension Program Leader, Ohio Sea Grant College Program

William E. Lynch , Jr.

President, Ohio Aquaculture Association

Ms. Linda Ann Merchant-Masonbrink

Musician, Flute Cocktail

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Education and Outreach Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs)

Description

Harmful algal blooms are all over the news after the Toledo drinking water crises of 2011 and 2014, but what actually causes causes these algal blooms and why are they so dangerous? This 4 page fact sheet will provide you with answers about what makes up a harmful algal bloom, why they form, why they’re dangerous, and what you can do to help prevent them and keep yourself safe.