Toxic Algae Crisis Hits Ross Island Lagoon | Portland News

Algae’s gone rogue in Ross Island’s lagoon—worst outbreak in a decade—with golf ball-sized cyanobacteria choking parks and waterways. Warmer springs, low water levels, and a silt curtain may have worsened it, while wildlife suffers and river events get canceled. Experts warn burying Superfund waste could make things worse, but the real fix? Boost water flow—and it’ll take everyone to turn things around before oxygen-starved waters and health risks spiral out of control. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/52a7416ef2882488