Harmful algal blooms continue at multiple locations across the Gippsland Lakes.

• Do not collect or eat shellfish, prawns or crabs from the Gippsland Lakes.
• Gut and kill any fish from these Lakes before cooking and eating.
• Don’t ear whole fish.
• Do not drink water collected from these waterways, boiling the water will not remove the risk.
• Direct contact with the algae can cause skin and eye irritation.
• If you come in contact with algae contaminated water, wash immediately in fresh water.
• Seek medical advice if experiencing illness after contact with affected water.
• Keep pets from drinking or coming in contact with affected water.

Scientific testing has identified several algae species of concern, including elevated levels of Pseudo-nitzschia. A bloom of Karlodinium is also suspected to have caused fish deaths in Lochsport in March.

DEECA and partner agencies are undertaking weekly water sampling to monitor algae levels. Sampling results take approximately seven days to be processed by specialist laboratories, so updates reflect conditions from the previous week.

• Blue-green algae – Information about blue-green algae and algal blooms.
• Better Health – Harmful algal blooms.

If you see dead fish or other wildlife, please report it to the Environment Protection Authority on 1300 372 842 or online.