Martin County officials warn of harmful algae near Lake Okeechobee

The warning

Martin County health officials have warned about harmful algae near Lake Okeechobee. The warning concerns a possible health risk in the area and comes from the county’s public-health authorities.

What is known

The warning identifies harmful algae as the concern and places it near Lake Okeechobee. The information available for this brief does not establish the exact location, the date the warning was issued, the type of algae involved or the steps officials are asking residents and visitors to take.

Local impact

Residents and visitors who are near Lake Okeechobee should look for updates from Martin County health officials before making decisions about activities in the affected area. Any changes to the warning, including a more specific location or public guidance, would come from county health authorities.

Follow-up

WPEC reported on the warning. The report is linked below.