Earliest HAB on Record

May 5, 2026

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Why does this matter?

HABS are bad for humans

-Hunter

It makes it harder to swim in the lake in the summer if there are HABs

-Bettina

Because the lake provides drinking water for a lot of communities around here, including the Town of Ithaca.

-James

This matters because i love swimming and swimming is fun.

-Ariella

Swimming and drinking water quality are greatly impacted.

-Annie

HABs are bad for people and dogs

-Hunter