First Cyanobacteria Warnings of 2024 Issued for Lake Winnipesaukee

[retired]

What is the danger of putting my feet in the water if there is a high level of cyanobacteria? Does it affect the skin? It's very hot today and a dip in the lake is needed. Can I go up to my shoulders? Do I need to shower after? Some facts please!

[WinnisquamZ]

Originally Posted by retired

What is the danger of putting my feet in the water if there is a high level of cyanobacteria? Does it affect the skin? It's very hot today and a dip in the lake is needed. Can I go up to my shoulders? Do I need to shower after? Some facts please!

Terrific question. It’s always been around. Testing has become better and many more “eyes” around. It’s here deal with it as you wish


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[John Mercier]

Originally Posted by retired

What is the danger of putting my feet in the water if there is a high level of cyanobacteria? Does it affect the skin? It's very hot today and a dip in the lake is needed. Can I go up to my shoulders? Do I need to shower after? Some facts please!

For some it will cause a rash.
Cuts or other abrasions would not be that great...
But ingesting it or getting into your mucus membranes by inhaling water vapor can also have some strong consequences depending on your sensitivity.

[tis]

Originally Posted by John Mercier

For some it will cause a rash.
Cuts or other abrasions would not be that great...
But ingesting it or getting into your mucus membranes by inhaling water vapor can also have some strong consequences depending on your sensitivity.

And if you don't see any where you swim is it ok to go in?

[ishoot308]

Originally Posted by tis

And if you don't see any where you swim is it ok to go in?

My unprofessional opinion would be yes...

Dan

[John Mercier]

Avoid where they have placed warnings.
If you can visually see a bloom (not pollen just floating), that is usually a very high rate and probably is either in a warning area or soon will be.