Otsego County
HAB Safety

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Otsego County
HAB Safety

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  • Know It
    • Identifying HABs
    • What Causes HABs
    • Health Effects
    • In Depth Info on HABs
  • Avoid It
  • Report It
  • Get Involved
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    • County Resources
    • State & Federal Resources
    • Printable Flyers
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    • Home
    • Know It
      • Identifying HABs
      • What Causes HABs
      • Health Effects
      • In Depth Info on HABs
    • Avoid It
    • Report It
    • Get Involved
    • Resources
      • County Resources
      • State & Federal Resources
      • Printable Flyers
      • FAQ
  • Home
  • Know It
    • Identifying HABs
    • What Causes HABs
    • Health Effects
    • In Depth Info on HABs
  • Avoid It
  • Report It
  • Get Involved
  • Resources
    • County Resources
    • State & Federal Resources
    • Printable Flyers
    • FAQ

State and federal resources

NYHABS Map

See where harmful algal blooms have occurred in NY here. Note that this map may not be up-to-date or include all blooms and should not be used to make decisions when considering swimming or boating.

NYS Parks Beach Water Quality Results

View beach water quality results at state parks here.

DEC Harmful Algal Blooms page

This page contains useful information and links to mitigation efforts across the state. Click here to visit.

CDC Harmful Algal Blooms page

Learn more about health effects from exposure to toxins from harmful algal blooms here.

NOAA Harmful Algal Blooms page

See how the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration studies and forecasts harmful algal blooms across the country here.


This site was created to be a resource for residents and visitors of Otsego County on harmful algal blooms, their risks, and the research and mitigation efforts happening in our county. Representatives from 15+ local agencies, municipalities, and organizations came together in May 2023 to better coordinate our efforts in addressing harmful algal blooms. Our partners include but are not limited to: Otsego County, Otsego County Conservation Association, Otsego Lake Association, Suny Oneonta Biological Field Station, and the Canadarago Lake Improvement Association.


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