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  • Cyanobacteria Bloom Closes Waushakum Pond

    Cyanobacteria Bloom Closes Waushakum Pond

    Notice - Cyanobacteria Bloom closes Waushakum Pond, Framingham MA May 30, 2023
    Cyanobacteria Bloom closes Waushakum Pond, Framingham MA (May 30, 2023)

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Memorial Day weekend and recent hot temperatures brought swimmers to the shores of local beaches, unfortunately for those wanting to swim in Framingham’s Waushakum Pond the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MA DPH) has issued a PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY for the body of water.

    On May 30th, 2023, the Framingham Park & Recreation Department notified the public (via social media) that the body of water is UNSAFE FOR PEOPLE AND PETS!

    Notices warn residents intending to use Waushakum for recreation:

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