Coventry's Flat River Reservoir Infected With Harmful Algae

COVENTRY, RI — Dangerous algae blooms were spotted in Coventry's Flat River Reservoir, two state agencies have reported Wednesday

The Rhode Island Department of Public Health and Department of Environmental Management have warned the public to stay clear of the reservoir.

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"People should not drink untreated water or eat fish from affected waterbodies," the two deprtment's said in a media release. "Pet owners should not allow pets to drink or swim in this water."

Contact with the algae "can cause irritation of the skin, nose, eyes, and throat," according to the release.

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"Symptoms from ingestion of water can include stomachache, diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea," the release said. "Less common symptoms can include dizziness, headache, fever, liver damage, and nervous system damage."

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Just one day prior, the Departments of Public Health and Environmental Management cautioned the public to stay clear of Olney Pond in Lincoln for the same reason.

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