HRM is advising residents that there is a blue-green algae bloom at Birch Cove Beach in Dartmouth.

The city is reminding to avoid contact with the water as these blooms are toxic.

The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that due to the presence of toxin-producing blue-green algae bloom, Birch Cove Beach in Dartmouth is closed for recreational use. Details: https://t.co/cb6rHtVXZA pic.twitter.com/8mtLCRvzeO

— hfxgov (@hfxgov) August 28, 2023