Second person poisoned by toxic algae in Lake Hood

A second person has been poisoned by toxic algae in Lake Hood near Ashburton, as a health warning was issued due to cyanobacteria. The Ashburton District Council has been working to prevent algae blooms and improve water quality, with Environment Canterbury monitoring water quality and issuing health warnings. People are advised to avoid contact with the water and keep animals away until the health warning is lifted.

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