‘Worst algae bloom in years’ spreads from Ross Island lagoon, cancels Willamette River events @Fox12oregon

Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

A toxic algae bloom that’s being called the worst in years has forced the cancellation of two summer events along the Willamette River.

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