SHA issues advisory after blue-green algae found in Little Manitou Lake

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is warning people planning on swimming in Little Manitou Lake to be extra careful.

They’ve issued an advisory as blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) has been found in different areas of the lake.

This algae looks like slime, grass clippings, fuzz, or globs on the surface and can be blue-green, greenish-brown, brown, or pinkish-red. It’s also known to smell musty or grassy.

This doesn’t mean people can’t go in the water; however, they should avoid all contact with the algae.