NDDEQ reminds residents how to identify and avoid blue-green algae

BISMARCK — As North Dakotans head to lakes and rivers for Memorial Day weekend recreation, the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality is reminding residents to watch for blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria, which can develop in warm-weather conditions.Some blue-green algae blooms can produce toxins that may affect people, pets and livestock. Exposure can cause vomit...