Since 2017, all 11 of New York State's Finger Lakes have been affected by harmful algal blooms. These outbreaks threaten the region's tourism and drinking water supply. This NY Emmy Award-winning documentary breaks down the potential culprits that may be playing a part in this environmental disruption and highlights a region's call to action to solve this growing problem.
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Bloom: The Toxic Threat to the Finger Lakes
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Explore how toxic algae has impacted New York State's beloved Finger Lakes. (26m 47s)
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