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Community Update - Env - Stay Informed Unknown Lake Charlegrark Last Friday at 8:07 AM
This message is being issued for water quality at Lake Charlegrark.

  • Blue-green algae has been detected in Lake Charlegrark near Minimay.
  • Contact with affected water may cause harm to humans and animals.
  • Testing is underway and updated information will be provided as it becomes available.
  • This notification will be reviewed and updated as the situation changes.
You should avoid direct contact with affected water in Lake Charlegrark.

Do not swim in affected areas or use water for cooking, drinking, washing or showering. Boiling the water will not make it safe. 
What you should do:
  • Visit https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/lake-charlegrark-lake-reserve for more information. 
  • Observe any information signs and advice messages.
  • Monitor water quality on the EPA website: https://www.epa.vic.gov.au/check-air-and-water-quality

Protect your health:
  • Avoid all contact with water, including swimming and water sports. 
  • Do not use the water for cooking, drinking, washing or showering. 
  • Direct contact with water affected with algal blooms can cause skin irritation, sore eyes, ears and nose. 
  • If swallowed it can cause cramps, nausea and vomiting. Avoid consuming shellfish, crustaceans and fish caught in the area. 
If you come into contact with algal bloom affected water: 
  • Immediately leave the water. 
  • Remove any traces of algae by thoroughly washing and rinsing your skin, hair and contaminated clothes in clean cool water. 
  • Wash and dry all equipment in clean water. 
  • If you are experiencing any health issues after contact with affected water seek medical advice from your local doctor or Nurse-On-Call [https://www.health.vic.gov.au/primary-care/nurse-on-call] on 1300 60 60 24. 

Protect your pets:
  • Pet owners should prevent pets from having direct contact with contaminated water. 
  • Seek veterinary advice if you have any health concerns for your pets.
Impacts in your area:
  • Blue-green algae occur naturally in rivers, lakes and dams and are common during warmer months in Victoria.

Boating and fishing:
  • Avoid all contact with water, including swimming and water sports.
  • Avoid consuming shellfish, crustaceans and fish caught in the area.
This message was issued by Dept. of Energy, Environment and Climate Action.

The next update is expected by 17/04/2026 07:10 am or as the situation changes.

Information about blue green algae:
Use multiple sources to stay informed:
Accessibility: 
The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency. 
  • To access this information in other languages, call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to call VicEmergency Hotline.   
  • If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact the National Relay Service and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.