Modelling suggests 'second wave' of algal bloom in Spencer Gulf
A new modelling forecast indicates a 'second wave' of algal bloom is expected to move through Spencer Gulf in South Australia over the coming months. Oceanographer Jochen Kaempf suggests that the harmful algal bloom, which has already affected the region, will persist longer than initially anticipated. The Department of Primary Industries has confirmed the presence of the algae in various locations, raising concerns among local communities.
- ▪Modelling predicts the algal bloom will move further into Spencer Gulf over the next few months.
- ▪The harmful algae, Karenia cristata, has been detected at elevated levels in several areas, including Boston Bay.
- ▪Oceanographer Jochen Kaempf believes this could be a second wave of the algal bloom, similar to last year's situation.
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'Second wave' of algal bloom forecast for SA's Spencer GulfBy Emma Pedler, Duncan Bailey and Jenae MaddenABC Eyre PeninsulaTopic:Marine BiologyThu 28 May 2026 at 6:30amThu 28 May 2026 at 6:30amThu 28 May 2026 at 6:30amJochen Kaempf predicts the algal bloom will "hang around much longer" than first thought. (ABC News: Daniel Taylor)In short:An oceanographer whose modelling predicted the movement of the harmful algal bloom through Gulf St Vincent last year expects the bloom to move through the Spencer Gulf over the next few months.Hundreds of dead fish on the beach this week have increased concerns for citizen scientist Wendy Lambert, who has been regularly sampling water.What's next?The Department of Primary Industry and Resources SA says the bloom has evolved differently from some…
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