Rain and melting snow wash dirt, leaves, fertilizer and yard waste into streets, which lead to nearby lakes and streams. This debris contains high levels of phosphorus and nitrogen, which in turn allow smelly green algae to grow and grow. In addition to clogging boat propellers and being downright gross, excess algae can be toxic to swim in and lowers oxygen levels in the water, making it hard for fish to survive.
| Date Of Record Release | 2011-01-20 17:22:18 |
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| Description | Rain and melting snow wash dirt, leaves, fertilizer and yard waste into streets, which lead to nearby lakes and streams. This debris contains high levels of phosphorus and nitrogen, which in turn allow smelly green algae to grow and grow. In addition to clogging boat propellers and being downright gross, excess algae can be toxic to swim in and lowers oxygen levels in the water, making it hard for fish to survive. |
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| Source | Rice Creek Watershed Distric |
| Keyword | Blue Thumb, Environment, Water, Minnesota, Rice Creek Watershed District, Plants, Garden, Yard, Native, Raingarden, Rain garden, Shoreline, Lake, Pollution |
| Selector | Selection Committee |
| Date Of Record Creation | 2011-01-20 17:11:22 |
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| Date Last Modified | 2011-01-20 17:24:41 |
| Language | English |
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