Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) has removed the blue-green algae warnings in the Broken River and Creek following a significant decline in algae levels.
On 2 February 2024, blue-green algae warnings were issued in the Broken River Basin for Lake Nillahcootie and the Broken River downstream of Lake Nillahcootie to Caseys Weir.
On 13 February, the warning was extended to include the Broken River to Shepparton, as well as the Broken Creek from Caseys Weir to Katamatite.
These warnings have now been removed, except for Lake Nillahcootie where the warning is still in place.
GMW Water Quality Coordinator Bianca Atley said GMW would keep testing for further changes to blue-green algae levels.
“We will continue undertaking water quality monitoring and if blue‑green algae reach levels deemed unsafe by national health guidelines, a warning will be issued,” she said.
Keep up to date with current blue-green algae warnings at www.gmwater.com.au/news/bga or by phoning 1800 013 357 and selecting the blue-green algae information option.
Customers are reminded that water supplied by GMW is not suitable for human consumption without first being properly treated.
For more information, go to www.gmwater.com.au.