Utah officials warn people to avoid the water in Utah Lake

Utah authorities are warning people and animals to stay out of the water in Utah Lake for at least the rest of September because of toxic algal blooms.Visitors to the lake are advised to:• Stay out of the water — no swimming or water skiing• Avoid areas of algae scum when boating• Keep animals away• Not drink the water• Clean fish well and discard gutsExposure to harmful algal blooms can cause GI distress, skin rashes, headaches and nausea. HABs can be fatal for pe