Health Alert - Florida Department of Health in Volusia County

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Florida Department of Health in Volusia County Issues Blue-Green Algae Caution for Lake George

April 21, 2026

Volusia County, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County (DOH-Volusia) cautions the public of the presence of harmful blue-green algae in the center of Lake George after a water sample taken on April 16. Water sample testing continues. Blue-green algae have the potential to produce toxins. Since environmental conditions can change at any time, it is important to exercise caution, even if the presence of toxins has not yet been confirmed.

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DOH-Volusia Lifts Water Quality Health Advisory

April 16, 2026

Ponce Inlet, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County (DOH-Volusia) is lifting the advisory for high bacterial levels for Lighthouse Point Park.

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Florida Department of Health in Volusia Lifts Water Quality Health Advisory for Daytona Beach Shores, Wilbur-By-the-Sea

February 25, 2026

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DOH-Volusia Issues Water Quality Health Advisory

February 19, 2026

Volusia County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County (DOH-Volusia) has issued a water quality advisory for Dunlawton Avenue Beach Vehicle Ramp and Toronita Avenue Beach Park.

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Cold-Weather Shelters Available Monday Through Wednesday Evenings in Volusia County

January 27, 2026

VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA – As cold temperatures are expected to arrive later this evening, community organizations in Volusia County will operate cold-weather shelters on the nights of Monday through Wednesday, Jan. 26–28, to assist individuals without adequate heating or shelter.

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DOH-Volusia Cautions About Blue-Green Algae in Lake Monroe

January 23, 2026

Volusia County, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County (DOH-Volusia) has cautions the public of the presence of harmful blue-green algae in the center of Lake Monroe on January 20, 2026. Water sample testing is underway. Blue-green algae have the potential to produce toxins. Since environmental conditions can change at any time, it is important to exercise caution, even if the presence of toxins has not yet been confirmed.

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