A Halifax beach is closed due to a possible blue-green algae bloom.

HRM says Cunard Pond Beach is closed for recreational use.

Water users are encouraged to take the following precautions:

• Avoid water contact. If contact occurs, towel off vigorously and wash with tap water as soon as possible.
• Do not swim or wade (or allow your pets to swim or wade) in any areas where blue-green algae is visible or in areas that have been closed to swimming due to possible blue-green algae.
• Keep pets on-leash and do not allow them to consume blue-green algae material.
• Avoid consuming water from this lake.
• Avoid consuming fish that has come from this lake.

The city says while they test the bloom, the beach will remain closed.