Blue-green algae has been detected in various locations across Cumbria in the past few months.

It is a naturally occurring environmental phenomenon which becomes more likely during periods of warm, dry weather.

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Also known as Cyanobacteria, blue-green algae is potentially toxic to both human and animal health.

In July, the algae has been found in Grasmere near River Rothay, and in Coniston at Machell Coppice, Monk Coniston, and Robin Wray.

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The month before, six different spots in Coniston were confirmed to house the algae, whilst it was also found in Windermere between High and Low Wray Bays, at Millerground, and at Cockshott Point.

Loweswater, near Cockermouth, was the other location in Cumbria to have been listed so far this year.

The Environment Agency commented: "Please note that, although some samples have come back as clear, algae could grow to excess under suitable conditions at these or other locations on the lakes, so it is always advisable to take precautions."