In the clear: Previous blue-green algae warnings have been removed for most parts of the Torrumbary Irrigation Area.
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Goulburn-Murray Water has removed most of the previous warnings put in place in February when blue-green algae was detected in the Torrumbarry Irrigation Area.
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Due to a significant decline in algae levels, the warnings for these locations have been removed: Ghow (Kow) Swamp, The Macorna Main (No.2) Channel System, The Pyramid/Box Creek Channel System including the No.6 Channel System, The Loddon River from the Kerang Weir Pool to the confluence of the Little Murray River, The No.7 Channel between the Loddon River and Reedy Lake, Reedy Lake, Middle Lake, and No.1 Lagoon.
Warnings for No.2 Lagoon and Gum Lagoon will remain in place until further notice.
Goulburn-Murray Water will continue water quality testing. If blue-green algae levels increase to a quantity regarded as unsafe by national health guidelines, a new warning will be provided.
Customers are reminded that water supplied by Goulburn-Murray Water is unsuitable for human consumption without being adequately treated.
To monitor current blue-green algae warnings, head to www.gmwater.com.au/news/bga or phone 1800 013 357 and select the blue-green algae information option.
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