Environmental groups say water quality in several Minnesota lakes has improved following years of cleanup and invasive species management. Lake Minnetonka, White Bear Lake, and several lakes in the Brainerd region showed reduced phosphorus levels and clearer water this summer.
Volunteers and local governments have collaborated on shoreline restoration, stormwater filtration, and boating regulations to protect fragile ecosystems. Officials say the results show that long-term conservation strategies are paying off.
More cleanup efforts are planned for smaller lakes affected by agricultural runoff.
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