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North Carolina environmental officials are urging the public to avoid contact with blue or green water in Lake Norman due to potentially toxic algae blooms that have been found in the water. A no swim ...

CORNELIUS, N.C. (WBTV) - Harmful algae blooms have been found along a portion of coves on Lake Norman, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services. 30 algae blooms have been reported ...

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Visiting Lake Norman for the July 4 weekend? Officials are cautioning visitors about toxic algal blooms affecting the area.