Certain microscopic organisms can multiply rapidly under specific conditions, including warmer temperatures and adequate nutrients. This rapid growth can lead to a bloom that produces toxins. People may be affected by these toxins through the air or contaminated food. Respiratory symptoms can develop when toxins are released into the air near the shoreline.
Further information is available about the health effects of this phenomenon. Details about what happens when people are exposed to the toxins are also available.
A bloom has been detected, and visitors to the coast may have questions about their health and safety.
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