Blue-green algae warning for Torrumbarry sites

A BLUE-GREEN algae warning has been issued for various locations in the Torrumbarry Irrigation Area. Goulburn-Murray Water is warning customers and the public to avoid direct contact with water at these sites, after monitoring detected high levels of blue-green algae. The sites are: • The Macorna Main (No. 2) channel system • The Pyramid/Box Creek […]

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