Microcystins in Lely Resort Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of Microcystins in the Water Supply of Lely Resort Florida Homes

Microcystins are toxins produced by some cyanobacteria, often called blue-green algae, that can get into drinking water during algae blooms. They’re not the same as ordinary taste-and-odor problems, so they can be present even when water looks clear. In Collier County communities like Lely Resort, homeowners usually learn about microcystins through utility notices, local media, or seasonal advisories; a commonly discussed form is microcystin-LR.

If microcystins are a concern in your area, it’s important to reduce exposure across the entire home — not just at the kitchen faucet. Cooking, making ice, rinsing produce, brushing teeth and showering are all ways people come into contact with water. Because microcystins are dissolved organic toxins, sediment screens alone won’t remove them. A whole-house system installed at the main line gives consistent treatment to every tap in Lely Resort homes, which is especially helpful where Collier County municipal water and hard water conditions can affect appliances and plumbing.