Public health advisory issued for Pontoosuc Lake in Pittsfield
Sep 1, 2026
The Pittsfield Health Department issued a public health advisory Monday for Pontoosuc Lake following the discovery of a blue-green algae bloom.
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AI GeneratedPittsfield has issued a health advisory for Pontusik Lake due to a cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) bloom caused by high water temperatures and nutrient levels. Visitors are warned to avoid swimming, drinking the water, or bringing pets near the shore. Officials will monitor the lake until the bloom clears.