City-Contracted Toxic Algae Mitigation Tactic Has Seen “Mixed” Results

Algae production best slowed by limiting runoff

"...summers, Austinites have had to deal with another danger: toxic algae. Since 2019, at least five dogs have died..."

July 26, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Austin Pilots New Tactics to Address Toxic Algae Blooms

Toxin found in Sculpture Falls poses greater risk to humans

"...Toxic algae isn't new to Austin's waterways. In 2019, at..."

Oct. 15, 2021 News Feature by Lina Fisher

City Confirms “Non-Concerning” Levels of Toxins in Algae in Barton Springs; Pool Still Open

Toxins found at many local waterways due to rising temperatures

"...yet happened. The city has confirmed the presence of toxic algae in several local waterways, including Barton Springs, but..."

Aug. 17, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Out on Algae

"...I soon became aware of the danger of the toxic algae within our city’s water. The level of toxic..."

July 29, 2021 Postmarks

So Is It Safe for My Dog to Swim in Austin This Summer?

City environmental scientist talks toxic algae forecast, mitigation

"...Since 2019, Austin's scourge of toxic algae has ebbed and flowed, terrorizing the dog-owning community...."

April 14, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Red Planet

"...become one massive Bayonne, NJ, stewing in its own toxic effluvium. Having thoroughly fouled his own nest, man is..."

Nov. 17, 2000 Movie Review by Russell Smith

2019's Big Stories Shaping Austin's Path Into a New Decade

Never a slow news day

"...The Water Isn't Fine – Zebra Mussels and Blue-Green Algae..."

Dec. 20, 2019 News Feature by the News Staff

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Mind the Toxic Algae: The city is investigating if toxic algae is..."

Aug. 13, 2021 News Feature

Enviro Groups Oppose Plans for Violet Crown Venue

20,000-seat venue would sit amidst Barton Creek preserve

"...construction runoff. Clifford points to the increasing prevalence of toxic algae in Austin waterways, which thrive on nutrients flowing..."

Nov. 19, 2021 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...A Poison Paradise: Austin's Watershed Protection Department warns that toxic algae may be more prevalent and "more toxic" than..."

June 4, 2021 News Feature

Travis County Resident Dies From Brain Infection After Swimming in Lake LBJ

Avoid freshwater going in your nose, says Austin Public Health

"...City testing at Barton Springs found “non-concerning” levels of toxic algae – which is not dangerous to humans –..."

Aug. 30, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Can Plum Creek Handle City of Kyle’s Exponential Growth?

Plum dumping

"...be filtered out, and does not include limits on toxic algae-producing phosphorous, though those regulations would kick in once..."

April 14, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...The Funeral PlannerAustin's archnemesis blue-green algae is back at Lady Bird Lake and Lake Austin...."

March 17, 2023 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Toxic Algae, Again: People and pets should not swim or..."

Oct. 1, 2021 News Feature

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Run, Max, Run

"...One thing that was missing, though, was "Top Ten Toxic Troubles for Texas." According to reports released by the..."

Jan. 17, 1997 Column

Day Trips & Beyond: August Events Roundup

Adventures abound all the way up to Albuquerque

"...Colorado River Authority (LCRA) has issued a warning about toxic blue-green algae or cyanobacteria in the lakes. The naturally..."

Aug. 6, 2021 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Headlines

"...Toxic Lake Continues: Red Bud Isle, Auditorium Shores, and the..."

Aug. 30, 2019 News Feature

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Readers are baffled by the Chronicle's "no endorsement" for the mayoral race.

"...Thanks for your article drawing attention to the algae problems at Barton Springs ["Slimed," April 21]...."

April 28, 2000 Column

The Battle for the Springs: A Chronology

"...March: A type of algae associated with increased levels of nutrients is discovered in..."

Aug. 9, 2002 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Don’t Drink That Water: The deadly algae is back! Scientists from the city’s Watershed Protection Department..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Algae, Whiz: The city is pouring clay into Lady Bird..."

June 7, 2024 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Mind the Algae The city recommends that people be cautious about allowing..."

April 2, 2021 News Feature

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The Chronicle endorsements (or lack thereof) under fire.

"...blocks from Pease Elementary School. Everything from a public intoxication arrest to a murder arrest will move through one..."

May 5, 2000 Column

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Go Up & Eat Algae: The city of Austin is investigating the possibility of..."

July 15, 2022 News Feature

A Guide to Austin Lakes and What to Do on Them

Boating, ziplining, and more water activities to enjoy

"...Bird Lake and Lake Austin have been susceptible to algae blooms at certain times of the year that have..."

Aug. 24, 2021 Chronolog Post by Avery Wohleb

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Finally, Something Good! Algae and water samples taken from Bull Creek have tested..."

Aug. 20, 2021 News Feature

Barton Springs Reopens, With Great Pleasure

The Statesman-spawned toxics crisis is finally over, but threats to Austin water quality remain.

"...Texas Dept. of Health and the federal Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. The results of the agencies'..."

April 25, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

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Our readers talk back.

"..."Caulerpa taxifolia" is a man-made algae-plant! A clone of the original species mutated and was..."

April 18, 2003 Column

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Bird Lake by Red Bud Isle tested positive for toxic blue-green algae June 9, Austin's Watershed Protection Department sent..."

June 17, 2022 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Something in the Water: Toxic blue-green algae has been detected in Lake Austin and..."

April 9, 2021 News Feature

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