Press Release: Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force

In Nevada, cyanobacteria, sometimes referred to as blue-green algae, are naturally present in surface waters and play an important role in aquatic food-webs and biochemical processes. When specific conditions occur, such as high nutrients, warm temperatures, and stagnant water, these organisms can reproduce rapidly, creating a bloom, which can sometimes lead to a HAB. HABs are a growing concern in Nevada due to factors such as nutrient pollution and rising water temperatures.