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Academics skeptical of Utah Lake ‘island city’ proposal

Academics skeptical of Utah Lake ‘island city’ proposal

By Aimee Cobabe /May 21, 2018 /Local News

OREM, Utah (AP) — An ambitious proposal to build an island city on Utah Lake to help stymie toxic algae blooms that plague the water got a boost from Utah lawmakers this year, but not everyone thinks it’s a good idea. Developer Lake Restorations Inc. has proposed funding multiple conservation […]

Utah agencies prepare for return of toxic algae blooms

Utah agencies prepare for return of toxic algae blooms

By Associated Press /May 18, 2018 /Local News

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah officials say the warmer water and lower lake levels this year are prime conditions for toxic algae blooms to return. KSL-TV reports state and local agencies coordinated a response Thursday should the harmful blooms invade Utah lakes this summer. Officials say the agencies are better prepared […]