Toxic algae mats kill one dog and sicken three others in Utah’s lower Virgin River

State water quality officials have implemented a health watch and are advising people to take precautions before recreating in the water.

(Mark Eddington | The Salt Lake Tribune) The Virgin River in St. George.

(Mark Eddington | The Salt Lake Tribune) The Virgin River in St. George.

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