Lake Wyangan Moves To Amber Alert

Griffith City Council has advised that Lake Wyangan (North) is now on Amber Alert.

The most recent sample taken on April 2 was a 3.05881mm3/L, which is considered an Amber Alert.

At Amber Alert levels blue-green algae may be multiplying in numbers. The water may have a green tinge and musty or organic odour.

The water should be considered as unsuitable for potable use and alternative supplies or prior treatment of raw water for domestic purposes should be considered.

The water may also be unsuitable for stock watering.

The water remains suitable for recreational use, however algal concentrations can change rapidly.

Water users should use caution and avoid water where signs of blue-green algae present.

Council monitors the level of Blue Green Algae on a regular basis and provides updates via the website: https://www.griffith.nsw.gov.au/lake-wyangan-water-quality.

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