Senator Olson Says Curly Pond Weed is Becoming a Threat

Invasive species continue to be a growing problem for Minnesota Lakes, according to State Senator Mary Olson of Bemidji. She attended a recent four day conference on the topic in Duluth this week. She tells KLKS News, a new threat comes from something called "Curly Leaf Pond Weed." She says while it is not new to Minnesota, it has become a major problem in some lakes. Senator Olson says when these species are introduced without the balance of nature, they can have major impact on the health and quality of the lake.