By Julia Roeder Scientists can begin predicting algal blooms weeks before they become visible in the spring.

By Julia Roeder Scientists can begin predicting algal blooms weeks before they become visible in the spring.

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Crystal Lake Public Beach in Montcalm County, Michigan, has tested positive for algal toxin microcystin after an algal bloom formed. Health officials discovered the water bloom during a routine beach […]

Crystal Lake Public Beach in Montcalm County, Michigan, has tested positive for algal toxin microcystin after an algal bloom formed. Health officials discovered the water bloom during a routine beach […]

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By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva To save endangered piping plovers, scientists are getting creative. One research group explored relocating one of the plovers' predators -- merlins -- away from nesting sites.

By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva To save endangered piping plovers, scientists are getting creative. One research group explored relocating one of the plovers' predators -- merlins -- away from nesting sites.

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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced that Milwaukee’s beaches are closed due to poor water quality and a “sewage spill” from the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District. Read the full […]

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced that Milwaukee’s beaches are closed due to poor water quality and a “sewage spill” from the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District. Read the full […]

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The remote-controlled BeBot can sift sand for plastic, glass and other debris hidden beneath the surface.

The remote-controlled BeBot can sift sand for plastic, glass and other debris hidden beneath the surface.

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By Anna Barnes Officials from Michigan's Fisheries division say further cutbacks on staffing and fish stocking are likely as the costs of operations rise. 

By Anna Barnes Officials from Michigan's Fisheries division say further cutbacks on staffing and fish stocking are likely as the costs of operations rise. 

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By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Nearly half of Great Lakes beachgoers rarely or never check water quality before swimming, according to a new study by researchers at Toronto Metropolitan University.

By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Nearly half of Great Lakes beachgoers rarely or never check water quality before swimming, according to a new study by researchers at Toronto Metropolitan University.

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For more than 20 years, 21 beaches across five counties in Michigan have been monitored weekly throughout the summer months. Beach monitoring tracks factors that affect water quality and results […]

For more than 20 years, 21 beaches across five counties in Michigan have been monitored weekly throughout the summer months. Beach monitoring tracks factors that affect water quality and results […]

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Eight New York State Park beaches were closed to swimming due to water quality concerns, including elevated bacteria levels, harmful algal blooms, and impacts from recent rainfall. State officials continue […]

Eight New York State Park beaches were closed to swimming due to water quality concerns, including elevated bacteria levels, harmful algal blooms, and impacts from recent rainfall. State officials continue […]

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With a full day of Fourth of July celebrations, July 5th marks the dirtiest day for beaches and shores across the country. Read the full story by WDIO-TV – Duluth, […]

With a full day of Fourth of July celebrations, July 5th marks the dirtiest day for beaches and shores across the country. Read the full story by WDIO-TV – Duluth, […]

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Several Michigan beaches have been placed under swimming advisories or closures due to elevated levels of E. coli bacteria, which can increase the risk of illness for swimmers. The advisories […]

Several Michigan beaches have been placed under swimming advisories or closures due to elevated levels of E. coli bacteria, which can increase the risk of illness for swimmers. The advisories […]

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Every year, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources asks for input from residents, beach managers, and public health officials about what changes are needed to the Wisconsin beach list. This […]

Every year, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources asks for input from residents, beach managers, and public health officials about what changes are needed to the Wisconsin beach list. This […]

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