Clark County Public Health has issued a warning advisory at Lacamas Lake due to elevated levels of cyanotoxins from harmful algae.
Results from water samples taken from Lacamas Lake Monday revealed cyanotoxins above the threshold levels recommended by the Washington Department of Health.
Cyanotoxins can be harmful to people, especially young children, and deadly for small pets. Public Health officials recommend not swimming or water skiing at the lake, keeping pets away from the water and avoiding areas of scum. Water from the lake should never be consumed.
Fishing is still permitted, but fish and equipment should be cleaned well.
Warning signs are being placed at public access points at the lake. Public Health will continue to monitor Lacamas Lake, and signs will be updated as conditions change.
