Conditions ripe for algae blooms in west central Minnesota waters MPCA advises people to be watchful and avoid waters that are algal-laden. People can help reduce nutrients responsible for the blooms through proper management of our lawns and fields. Written By: West Central Tribune | 7:00 pm, Aug. 2, 2021 × No place better to be than on the water on warm, summer days. From left, Kim Petersen, Justin Karstens and Curt Petersen of Redwood Falls head out for an afternoon of fishing Sunday, Aug. 1, 2021, on Foot Lake in Willmar. The Willmar Area Lakes Association is working to reduce the excess nutrients reaching the lake and contributing to algal growth.