Locals warned of algae harmful to people and animals
Dundee's Clatto Reservoir has high levels of blue-green algae, which releases toxins.
People of Dundee are being warned of an algae in the waterways that can be harmful to people and animals.
Recent sampling of Clatto Reservoir has identified high levels of blue-green algae, that can multiply to cause algal blooms which may then release toxins.
The behaviour is erratic and the levels of toxicity can fluctuate.
Contact with algal scum or water close to it can cause skin rashes, and more serious health effects can include stomach upsets, eye irritations and pain in muscles and joints.
These symptoms are usually mild, but in some cases can be severe.
Residents and visitors are being asked to avoid contact with the water and keep their pets away.
If anyone has been in contact with the water and experiences health problems they should contact their GP or else NHS 24 on 111.