EPA-HABs

Brevetoxins: serious public health and environmental concern

Brevetoxins are a group of natural neurotoxins produced by certain species of marine algae, particularly Karenia brevis, which is commonly found in the Gulf of Mexico and other coastal regions around the world. These toxins can cause harm to both marine organisms and humans who consume contaminated seafood or inhale the toxins from the air [...]

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Microcystin: The Toxic Substance Produced by HAB

Microcystin: The Toxic Substance Produced by Harmful Algal Blooms Microcystin is a toxic substance produced by certain species of blue-green algae or cyanobacteria. Cyanobacteria are among the oldest living organisms on earth, and they are found in various aquatic environments including freshwater, brackish water, and marine environments. Although not all species of cyanobacteria produce toxins,

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2023 Proposed Rule – Steam Electric Power Generating Effluent Guidelines

EPA is proposing a supplemental rulemaking to strengthen certain discharge limits in the Steam Electric Power Generating category (40 CFR Part423). EPA is also publishing a direct final rule on a related matter regarding the early retirement provision. Public Hearing EPA will conduct public hearings on the proposed rule on April 20 and 25, 2023.

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Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) – Division of Water Monitoring and Standards

Recreational Advisory Guidance Levels (Details can be found in the Cyanobacterial Harmful Algal Bloom (HABs) Freshwater Recreational Response Strategy Appendix E) In response to Governor Murphy’s HAB initiative, the DEP has developed a color-coded alert index with signage that provides much greater precision on recreational use recommendations for impacted water bodies based on levels of cyanobacteria

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