Water quality

Algal blooms within SA

The Water Quality Alert for Lake Alexandrina issued by SA Health has now been lifted as a result of recent water sampling showing that there is no longer a presence of a potentially harmful blue green algae bloom. Swimming, diving, fishing and other recreational activities can recommence at Lake Alexandrina. Further information can be found on the SA Health website.

Algal blooms upstream of SA

A number of current alerts for blue-green algae have been issued by upstream authorities for the River Murray upstream of the SA border. Details of the current alert locations can be found on the WaterNSW website – Algae Alerts page.