Brain-eating amoeba found in DeSoto Parish . The amoeba, which is not dangerous to humans, was discovered by a local resident who noticed the unusual growth on his lawn. Parish will flush system with extra chlorine for 60 days . Health officials say water safe to drink , but it keep it away from nasal passages .
Brain-eating amoeba found in DeSoto Parish . District where amoeba was detected serves almost 5,000 people . Parish will flush system with extra chlorine for 60 days . Health officials say water safe to drink , but it keep it away from nasal passages .