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Cyanobacteria Harmful Algae Blooms Response Protocol

7/21/2020

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Late in the summer of 2019, the pond committee was made aware of the sudden closure of the pond in response to the possibility of a cyanobacteria bloom being present. At the time, the health department followed state protocol which was to send images of a suspected area to the state for visual inspection. This resulted in its closure and delayed reopening which affected residents and businesses from being on the pond. Subsequent water tests were negative for the bacteria.

The committee reviewed the protocol (August 28, 2019 minutes) to help create a pro-active response should this be an ongoing concern in future years.  The Easthampton Board of Health has released the new protocol which allows the Nashawannuck Pond Committee to test the water for cyanobacteria before reporting a possible bloom through image identification. The cost for testing would be paid by the pond committee made possible by our ongoing fundraising efforts throughout the year.

The protocol is available on the city website and is attached below.  We are pleased to work collaboratively with our city to benefit Easthampton residents and businesses who depend on continued access to our beautiful pond.
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  • About The Pond
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    • Restoration Efforts >
      • Boathouse Beach Project on Nashawannuck Pond
      • Invasive Species Control for Nashawannuck Pond
      • Promenade Park Boardwarlk at Nashawannuck Pond
      • The Dredging Project on Nashawannuck Pond
      • White Brook - Broad Brook Basins
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