With the climate becoming hotter and drier, the consequences are taking a toll on the region's ecosystem. If you've been at the beaches of Lake Tahoe recently, you'll notice something that isn't normal — algae, and lots of it. Experts are warning residents and visitors to be on the lookout for harmful algal blooms (HABs) in bodies of water in the greater Tahoe area.
No area is in the danger zone at this time, but people and dogs using the following areas should take caution: