Blue-Green Algal Toxin Alert Lifted For Lake Hollingworth In Lakeland

LAKELAND, FL — The Florida Department of Health in Polk County has lifted the health alert issued on Feb. 10 for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Lake Hollingworth at Lakeland Water Ski Club.

A health alert is lifted once follow-up water samples taken by the Department of Environmental Protection does not detect algal toxins or 30 days have passed since the last sampling date, indicating the public may resume water-related activities.

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.