CLAYTON, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Environment Department is telling people not to get into contact with water in Clayton Lake after a sample showed harmful algae and toxins. The NMED said for people to do the following: • Do not drink untreated surface water. • Do not swim, wade, paddleboard or water ski. • Do not bring dogs or other animals to the lake or hiking areas along the shoreline. • Avoid areas of algae when boating. • Stay away from algae deposited on the shoreline. • Rinse fish with clean water before cooking thoroughly and eat only the fillet portion. • Supervise children and prevent them from entering the lake or playing near algae on the shoreline. • If you suspect an algae-related illness, call the New Mexico Poison Information Center at 800-222-1222. For

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