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Blue-green algae alert issued for St. Johns River near Orange Park

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The Florida Department of Health in Duval County on Thursday issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in the St. Johns River near Orange Park.

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Blue-green algae blooms can also appear as scum, foam, or paint on the surface of the water in various colors. • Wash your skin and clothing with soap and water if you have any contact with algae, or discolored or water that smells unpleasant.

 

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