Copper sulfate will be applied to Lake Linganore and to Fishing Creek Reservoir next week in order to combat algae growth. The city of Frederick Department of Public Works plans to apply 180 pounds ...

7 lakes in the area have seen blue-green algae blooms in 2015 Main causes are phosphorus pollution, high temperatures and a lack of natural water flow Expert: Pumping septic tanks every 3-5 years can ...

Indian Lake in Worcester will be closed Tuesday for algae treatment, the city announced. Copper sulfate is being added to the lake to “control the growth of harmful, toxin-producing algae,” the city ...