November 26, 2024

POLK COUNTY – The Florida Department of Health in Polk County (DOH-Polk) has lifted the health alert issued on November 15, 2024, for harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Cannon - Boat Ramp. Follow-up water samples taken by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) did not detect algae toxins, indicating the public may resume water-related activities.

It is important that the public exercise caution as blue-green algae bloom status can change when conditions are favorable. Residents and visitors are advised to avoid contact with the water if they see algae blooms.

The latest sampling results can be viewed on Protecting Florida Together.