Public Health Advisory Lifted for Caneyville Reservoir

A recreational public health advisory for Caneyville Reservoir near Caneyville, Kentucky has been lifted. The advisory was issued on September 16 after observations and sample testing indicated the presence of a harmful algal bloom (HAB) in the area.

However, with increased rainfall and cooler temperatures, the latest testing indicates that toxin levels have decreased.

Lake users are encouraged to return to normal recreational activities but remain cautious of the potential for blooms in the future and aware of the visual indications that a HAB may be present. From a distance, HABs can appear as slicks of opaque, bright-green paint, but closer inspection often reveals a grainy, sawdust-like appearance.  Recommended precautions to avoid exposure to HABs can be found here.

If you suspect a harmful algal bloom, please report it to the Division of Water by calling 502-564-3410 or emailing water@ky.gov. For after-hours and weekend concerns, you can reach the 24-hour hotline at 502-564-2380 or 1-800-928-2380.

For more information about harmful algal blooms and updated advisories in Kentucky, please visit the Division of Water’s HAB webpage and check current advisories.

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