State officials warn of ‘dangerous’ algae bloom in Southern California lake
Officials from the California Water Resources Control Board are urging people to avoid Lake Elsinore due to an algae bloom that’s created dangerous levels of harmful toxins. Visitors are urged to stay out of the water, keep their pets at a safe distance and do not drink water or eat any fish or shellfish from the lake. Five “distinct areas” of Lake Elsinore were tested and high levels of toxins were detected that officials say pose a significant health risk.