Algae Bloom Warning at Howarth Park

Boating activities at Howarth Park are on hold because of an algae bloom in Lake Ralphine. The blue-green algae discovered this week might be toxic. Boat rentals, classes and camps around the lake have been suspended since Tuesday as a precaution. The Recreation and Parks Department is hoping to allow boating by this weekend. Blue-green algae is considered especially dangerous to dogs and children.