Weather, lake levels blamed for algae bloom

Warm weather and falling lake levels had led to a bloom of blue-green algae on Pelican Lake, but so far Langlade County seems to have skirted the problem.

The Department of Natural Resources Tuesday confirmed the increased presence of cyanobacteria, also known as pond scum or blue-green algae on the popular fishing lake, located just north of the Langlade County line.

Full story: Antigo Daily Journal

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