Microcystins in Miami Florida Water

Unhealthy Levels of Microcystins in the Water Supply of Miami Florida Homes

Microcystins are toxins made by certain cyanobacteria, often referred to as blue-green algae, that can make their way into drinking water during algal blooms. These compounds — including the well-known microcystin-LR — aren’t the same as simple taste or odor problems and may be present even when water appears clear. In Miami, families typically learn about microcystins from utility notices, local news outlets, or seasonal advisories tied to South Florida’s wet-season conditions.

If microcystins are a concern in your area, you want protection that covers the whole house, not only the kitchen faucet. We use water for drinking, cooking, making ice, rinsing produce, and brushing teeth, so treating water at the point it enters your Miami home helps reduce exposure everywhere. Because microcystins are dissolved, sediment-only filters won’t reliably remove them — a whole-house system provides consistent treatment for showers, appliances, and all taps throughout the household.