Assuming they get the permit, they will be using 2,4D in Melvin Bay, 19 Mile Bay, the Basin and parts of Winter Harbor this summer. There is not a lot of information available and some people do not seem to even be aware of it. We know the milfoil is a problem but are very concerned by the use of this product.
They are saying you can't drink the water for 30 days but can swim in it after 24 hours. How are people that don't live on the lake but might put their boats in for the day, for instance, going to know about it? How will it affect kids who might get a mouthful? If your well is 50 feet or more from the lake it is supposedly safe to drink.
Does anyone know any more about this? We would love to be enlightened.
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