Fish Consumption Concerns
Can I eat fish from water containing blue-green algae?
Some blue-green algal toxins have been shown to accumulate in the tissues of fish and shellfish, particularly in the viscera (liver, kidney, etc.). Whether or not the accumulation levels are sufficient to pose a risk to humans is uncertain, although it would depend in part on the levels of consumption and on the severity of the blue-green algae blooms where the fish or shellfish were caught or collected.
The World Health Organization advises that people who choose to eat fish taken from water where a blue-green algae bloom is present eat such fish in moderation and avoid eating the guts of the fish, where accumulation of toxins may be greatest. Also, take care to not cut into organs when filleting the fish and rinse the fillets with clean water to remove any liquids from the guts or organs before freezing or cooking.
Grady,
Did a little searching after I read your post and concern, this is just a general article that I came up with but sounds like it would be worth calling the DEC and asking if there is alarm for fish consumption this winter...I would assume if they were worried about it they might put out some kind of Health alert but you know what they say about assuming.
Tom