One notable closure is at Walden Pond State Reservation’s main beach. The beach will remain closed for the entirety of summer ...

Those looking to take a trip to the beach over the weekend may want to check to make sure it’s open.

Swimmer's itch reported in Freedom Park ponds in Star.Swimmer's itch is caused by "the penetration of the larval stage of ...

With the recent heatwave followed by heavy rain, the 'hidden' danger is making a strong comeback in lakes and ponds ...

Old oil wells on the reservation spew chemical-laden water. The feds have done little to honor treaty obligations to clean ...

Coming to our aid is a common fish that's become one of nature's largest lines of defense against mosquito-borne illnesses, ...

Blue-green algae, even in small quantities, can release toxins that affect a dog's liver and nervous system when ingested. Dogs may come into contact with these toxins by drinking contaminated water, ...

A severe drought this summer has left over 1,000 cows and horses without water on a mountain in southeast Serbia, forcing ...

Learn to protect your dog with safety tips, including information on toxic algae, water intoxication, and waterborne illnesses.

Is bird flu actually a threat to your cat? Bird flu can spread to cats and other domestic pets through a variety of ways, ...

Bacteria play an important role in keeping your pond in balance. They feed on nutrients that are in the water, caused by decomposing leaves and leftover fish food. They will also help to decrease the ...

They are looking for e.coli, a bacteria common in animal and human waste. Heavy summer rains push all that waste into area waterways and increase the risk of nasty gastrointestinal illness for ...