08/15/2026
Warning everyone!
⚠️ ATTENTION RECREATORS & PET OWNERS IN EASTERN AZ ⚠️
Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) have been reported in lakes across the White Mountains & Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. HABs can make you and your pets very sick!
Lakes with reported blooms:
🌲 Alpine District: Luna Lake, Big Lake, Nelson Reservoir
🌲 Springerville District: Tunnel Reservoir, River Reservoir
🌲 Pinetop/Lakeside District: Rainbow Lake, Show Low Lake
🌲 Black Mesa District: Chevelon Canyon Lake
🌲 State Parks: Lyman Lake
Please note: Harmful algae grows quickly in hot summer weather, and conditions can change by the hour. These are the lakes where HABs have been reported, however there could be algal blooms at any lake if conditions are favorable.
Keep an eye out for:
👃 Bad odors
👀 Water discoloration
🤔 Foam, scum, algal mats, or paint-like streaks
🦴 Dead fish or wildlife nearby
Remember: WHEN IN DOUBT, STAY OUT! 🚫🐶👶 Keep pets and children away from the water and shoreline.
📊 Check active updates: azdeq.gov/reported-habs
📱 Report a bloom: azdeq.gov/AZHABs/Reporting