'Killer' algae alert in Ellesmere meres prompts 'keep out of the water' warning
A dangerous algae outbreak is affecting two bodies of water in Shropshire and people have been advised to keep out of the water.
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Shropshire Council officers have warned that the algae is affecting both The Mere and Colemere in Ellesmere, and can kill pets and livestock and cause illness in humans.
A spokesman for Shropshire Council said: "Algae is affecting both The Mere and Colemere
"It can kill pets and livestock and cause illness in humans
"Please stay safe and keep out of the water."