Lake Eildon blue-green algae warning urges tourists not to swim at popular holiday spot
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Lake Eildon is a popular holiday destination for many Victorians over the summer period.
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Holidaymakers at popular Victorian holiday spot Lake Eildon are being urged not to swim in the lake as high levels of blue-green algae have been detected.
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People are advised to avoid direct contact with the water to prevent blue-green algae poisoning
Symptoms can include skin rashes, numbness of lips and limbs, vomiting and diarrhoea
The region around Lake Eildon attracts thousands of visitors, especially over summer.