Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) has removed the blue-green algae warnings at Laanecoorie and Tullaroop Reservoirs following a significant decline in algae levels.
The warning for Laanecoorie Reservoir was issued on 8 February 2024 and remained in place for 132 days.
The warning for Tullaroop Reservoir was issued on 7 December 2023 and remained in place for 195 days.
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.
People can stay up to date with current blue-green algae warnings on the GMW website: www.gmwater.com.au/news/bga
Information on current warnings can also be obtained 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/water-quality