Disaster Recovery Committee
The purpose of this committee is to facilitate and coordinate the various people and tasks in the event of the discovery of a suspected invasive plant or animal in Lovell Lake.
If you suspect a cyanobacteria bloom, please use the link below to file an online bloom report with the NHDES. A cell phone or connected tablet is needed so two photos of the bloom (a close-up and a wide view) can be included. If you have questions or need help, contact Stephanie Thornton by text or phone at 603-630-5470.
Reporting a suspicious plant or animal
If you are on the Weed Watch team and discover a suspicious plant or animal, please follow your established protocol and contact Peter Lewis: by phone, 508-789-2273 or email at [email protected].
If you are NOT on a Weed Watch team and observe or discover something suspicious, including a possible invasive weed, animal (including Koi fish), please follow these steps:
- Take note of the precise location on the lake or boat/trailer where the weed or animal was discovered. Please also note the date and time of day. Use your phone to take photos of the area.
- Take several good, clear photos of the suspicious plant or animal.
- If you are able to obtain a sample of the weed or animal, please place it on a white background, place a ruler next to the sample and take more photos.
- Send an email to John or Anusia Hirsch at [email protected], attach your photos and provide the information you have collected.
- Suspicious plants or animals will be sent to our representative at New Hampshire Lakes for official identification.
Thank you,
John and Anusia Hirsch
