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A freshwater bloom is a sudden overpopulation of algae. This is caused by excessive nutrients in the water which act like fertilizers to stimulate algal growth. Common causes could be leaking sewage pipes, runoff from a Golf course, sudden release of animal manure during a flood, etc.

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Freshwater blooms are usually caused by an excess of nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus entering the water from sources such as agricultural runoff, sewage discharge, or fertilizer use. These nutrients trigger excessive growth of algae and other aquatic plants, leading to a bloom. When the algae die and decompose, it can deplete oxygen in the water, which can harm aquatic life.

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