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The Crisis of Blue-Green Algae in Lake Okeechobee
Lake Okeechobee, often referred to as the “liquid heart” of South Florida, has become a focal point of environmental and health concerns due to toxic blue-green algae blooms. Over the years, this crisis has dramatically affected local wildlife, businesses, and even the health of residents. The complexities behind this issue involve a myriad of factors that have, through decades, transformed one of the largest natural freshwater lakes in the U.S. into a poster child for ecological trouble.