Swimmers and dog walkers at Loch Tay should avoid the water as there have been reports of toxic algae blooms.
Perth and Kinross Council has warned of algal blooms around Kenmore Beach, Dalerb and Acharn.They should avoid swimming in or drinking affected water. Dog owners are advised to keep their dogs on a lead and stay away from the water in affected areas.A PKC spokesperson said: “We’ve had an alert for blue-green algae for the areas of Kenmore Beach, Dalerb and Acharn in Highland Perthshire.
“Please be aware of the health risks to yourself and your pets that these algal blooms present and avoid swimming in or drinking water affected in this way.” The blooms appear in freshwater lochs in Perth and Kinross when the temperature increases. As the bloom continues, the water develops a green/turquoise scum on its surface.
The toxic bloom can cause skin rashes, eye irritations, sickness and diarrhoea, fever and muscle/joint pain.
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