Contact:

Wendi Jackson

Community Information Specialist

(386) 281-6423

Chd64pio@flhealth.gov

DELTONA, FL- The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County has lifted the health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins located on the north shore of Pioneer Lake. Follow-up water samples taken by the Department of Environmental Protection on Aug. 21 did not detect algal toxins, indicating the public may resume water-related activities.

It is important that the public exercise caution and good judgement. Blue-green algae blooms can move around or subside and then reappear when conditions are favorable again. Residents and visitors are advised to avoid contact with the water if blooms are observed.

The latest sample results can be viewed on ProtectingFloridaTogether.gov.

Report symptoms from exposure to a harmful algal bloom or any aquatic toxin to the Florida Poison Information Center. Call 1-800-222-1222 to speak to a poison specialist.

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