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2019 South Carolina cyanotoxin distribution project March 2021
South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Bureau of Water, Aquatic Science Programs Bores, Emily Lachenmyer, Lindsey
South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Bureau of Water, Aquatic Science Programs
Bores, Emily
Lachenmyer, Lindsey
Issue Date
2021-03
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 2018, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) initiated the HABs Monitoring Program to investigate the effects that cyanotoxins have on human health and the environment within the State. This assessment report covers the cyanotoxin work completed in 2019.
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