Join thousands of others in getting the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox.Dog walkers and wild swimmers have been warned about toxic algae which has been discovered at a Scots beauty spot.A popular walking trail, people visiting the Balgray Reservoir near Barrhead are being urged to be careful after a high concentration of blue-green algae – also known as cyanobacteria - was found in the water.People are being warned not to swim or paddle in the water, while pet owners have been asked not to let their dogs near the water.
Appearing as green or greenish-brown scum on the surface of the water, the algae can contain toxins that are harmful for animals if ingested, even in small quantities.A spokesperson for East.
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