A closure has been issued for Quemado Lake and its surrounding areas within the Gila National Forest. This decision was made due to the presence of a harmful algal bloom. The algal bloom in question contains microcystins at levels considered dangerous.

As a result, access to the lake and nearby areas has been restricted. Further information regarding the closure can be found through KTSM 9 News, the source of this update. Details about the situation are available from this news outlet.