Signs warning people of the presence of blue-green algae and associated health risks have been removed from Belwood Lake Park.
The Grand River Conservation Authority says the signs were removed Friday, following test results showing no detectable levels of microcystin.
A toxin released by dying blue-green algae, microcystin can cause rashes if it touches human skin, and can cause illness if it is ingested by people or animals.
The signs had been erected a few days earlier, after blue-green algae was found in the park’s reservoir.
Another popular swimming area at the park, an old quarry, was not affected.
According to the GRCA, people using the lake should still steer clear of algae anywhere it is visible in or around the water.
