Lake Closed In Town Of Sharon

Press release from the Town of Sharon:

July 15, 2021

The lake will remain closed until cleared by Mass DPH. Homeowners with lake access must also refrain from entering the water for any recreational activity.

Below are some resources to learn more about cyanobacterial blooms, including how they can be deadly for pets and livestock.

• DPH fact sheet: Harmful algae blooms in freshwater bodies: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/harmful-algae-blooms-in-freshwater-bodies
• CDC fact sheet: Cyanobacterial blooms and animals: https://www.cdc.gov/habs/pdf/algal-bloom-poster-8.5x11-p.pdf

We will post updates as necessary. Thank you for your patience as we navigate this situation.

For general questions about cyanobacteria, contact the Massachusetts Department of Public Health at 617-624-5757 or visit www.mass.gov/dph/algae

For questions about this advisory for the lake, please contact the Board of Health at 781-784-1500 x1206 or health@townofsharon.org.

This press release was produced by the Town of Sharon. The views expressed here are the author’s own.