Algae bloom in Lake Austin may affect water’s taste, odor

Posted: Tue, 6 Oct 2015 03:38 PM - 16,253 Readers

Austin Water announced Thursday it is monitoring a naturally occurring algae bloom in Lake Austin which may cause an unusual taste and odor to drinking water.

In a release, Austin Water said its routine testing detected elevated blue green algae levels that could cause a “musty” taste and odor.

To minimize the impact of the bloom, Austin water has been adding activated carbon into its normal treatment process to absorb the compounds released by the algae which cause the taste and odor.

Austin Water is reminding the public that the algae bloom does not affect water safety and it will continue to monitor and test for potential taste and odor issues.

Go here to learn more from Austin Water.

* Story Contributed by: KVUE News

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