Idaho’s Brownlee and Hells Canyon reservoirs under health advisory

Idaho's Department of Health and Welfare issued a health advisory urging people to avoid Brownlee and Hells Canyon reservoirs due to elevated levels of toxin-producing cyanobacteria, or harmful algae. This follows a similar warning for Crane Creek Reservoir earlier this month, highlighting a widespread issue affecting multiple water bodies in the region. The advisories are crucial as these toxins can cause serious health problems if people come into contact with the contaminated water, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance and water quality monitoring.