play_arrow How climate change affects the growth of toxic blue-green algae in water bodies – a science talk with professor Diane McKnight KGNU NewsNow that it’s summer, blue-green algae are once again appearing more frequently in rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water. Here in Boulder, the Boulder Reservoir was recently closed for a short time due to suspected algae blooms. KGNU’s intern Yannick Wohlfelder took a closer look and spoke with Professor Diane McKnight from the University of Colorado about the reasons for the increase of algae blooms in the recent months and years. This story aired on the Morning Magazine, KGNU’s weekday morning show, which covers local and regional public affairs and news, including headlines and commentary.