Blue-Algae Levels Safe: Georgiaville Pond Restrictions Lifted

SMITHFIELD, RI — The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) lifted restrictions at Georgiaville Pond originally put in place because of blue-green toxic algae blooming in the water.

According to RIDOH, recent consecutive surveys and samples confirmed the absence of blue-green algae and cyanotoxin, which allowed the advisory to be lifted.

The warning was originally put in place on Aug. 31.

Blue-green algae is identifiable and people should contact RIDOH at 401-222-4700 if they thin they see it.

"People are advised to avoid contact with water bodies that exhibit bright green coloration in the water or at the water surface and/or dense floating algal mats that form on the water's surface," Public Information Officer Joseph Wendelken said. "The water may look like green paint, thick pea soup, or green cottage cheese."

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