A BLUE-GREEN algae warning has been issued for Lake Wallace, Edenhope.
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GWMWater is warning the public to avoid direct contact with water in Lake Wallace after monitoring detected levels of the algae above levels considered safe for recreational use.
Warning signs have been positioned at major recreational areas around the lake and will remain in place while the warning is current.
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People can still boat, sightsee and enjoy other activities at the lake that do not involve direct water contact.
GWMWater urge people to wash affected skin immediately with clean water.
Do not use affected water for cooking, drinking, washing or showering. Boiling the affected water will not make it safe to use.
It is not possible to predict how long the algae will remain at high levels within the lake.
The lake will be regularly monitored.