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2018 South Carolina cyanotoxin distribution project December 2020
South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Bureau of Water, Aquatic Science Program Bores, Emily Lachenmyer, Lindsey
South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Bureau of Water, Aquatic Science Program
Bores, Emily
Lachenmyer, Lindsey
Issue Date
2020-12
Type
Keywords
Algal blooms--South Carolina, Cyanobacterial toxins--South Carolina
Abstract
There is growing concern in the United States about harmful algal blooms (HABs), which occur due to rapid algal growth. HABs can cause harm to humans and their localized environment. One of the most common types of HABs, especially in freshwater, is due to cyanobacteria, a microscopic organism. HABs of cyanobacteria can produce toxins in high enough concentrations to impact human health and freshwater or marine life. Cyanobacteria toxins (cyanotoxins) can also produce taste and odor issues in drinking water, which increases the need for improved drinking-water treatment. In order to protect public health and the environment, the Department developed and commenced a HABs Monitoring Program, particularly cyanobacteria toxins, that began in 2018. This assessment report covers the cyanotoxin work completed that year.
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