Dane County tests beach cleaning technology
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MIDDLETON (WKOW) — New technology is being tested in Dane County that vacuums hazardous blue-green algae blooms near beaches, so they’re more safe and healthy for swimming.
The cleaning system is currently stationed at Mendota County Park in Middleton. It’s removing algae and decaying plants along the shoreline that increase during the hot weather.
The goal is for better water quality around the beach.
“Particularly this year during COVID-19 when people are needing to get outside and looking for a safe place to go […]