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    The most recent list of lakes with Watches and Warnings is available HERE.
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    Default BGA Report August 9 2018

    For Immediate Release
    August 9, 2018


    Public Health Warning Issued for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae
    Salina’s Lakewood Park Lake Closed

    TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), has issued public health warnings for some Kansas lakes for the upcoming weekend and week.

    If a lake is under a public health warning for blue-green algae, activities such as boating and fishing may be safe. However, direct contact with water (i.e., wading, skiing and swimming) is strongly discouraged for people, pets and livestock. The lakes currently under a public health advisory:


    • Closure: Lakewood Park Lake, Saline County
    • Warning: Atchison Co. Park Lake, Atchison County
    • Warning: Hodgeman County SFL, Hodgeman County
    • Warning: Marais Des Cygnes Wildlife Area Lake, Linn County
    • Warning: Carbondale West Lake, Osage County
    • Warning: Melvern Outlet Pond, Osage County
    • Warning: Melvern Outlet Swim Pond, Osage County Closure – Visitors can utilize Coeur d' Alene Park Swim Beach which sets on the main body of the lake, located west of the U.S. Army Corps. Of Engineers Project Office. The present algae bloom is isolated to the Outlet Pond and Outlet Swim Pond; Melvern Lake is not affected.
    • Warning: Webster Lake, Rooks County
    • Warning: Frazier lake, Grant County
    • Warning: South Lake Park, Johnson County
    • Warning: Lake Wabaunsee, Wabaunsee County
    • Warning: Lake Afton, Sedgwick County
    • Warning: Lake Scott State Park, Scott County
    • Watch: Overbrook City Lake, Osage County
    • Watch: Rock Garden Pond, Gage Park, Shawnee County
    • Watch: Mary's Lake, Douglas County
    • Watch: Perry Lake Zone A(the southern portion of the main body, south of the Longview Campground), Jefferson County
    • Watch: Perry Lake Zone B (the Slough Creek Arm), Jefferson County


    A closed or closure status indicates that conditions are extremely dangerous for humans and pets. Harmful algal toxins and cell counts are at dangerously high levels. Any kind of contact with the waterbody is prohibited.

    Lakes under a warning are not closed. Marinas, lakeside businesses and park camping facilities are open for business. If swim beaches are closed, it will be specifically noted. Drinking water and showers at parks are safe and not affected by algae blooms. Boating and fishing are safe on lakes under a warning but contact with the water should be avoided. Hands should also be washed with clean water after handling fish taken from an affected lake. Zoned lakes may have portions fully open for all recreation even if other portions are under a warning.

    Kansans should be aware that blooms are unpredictable. They can develop rapidly and may float around the lake, requiring visitors to exercise their best judgment. If there is scum, a paint-like surface or the water is bright green, avoid contact and keep pets away. These are indications that a harmful bloom may be present. Pet owners should be aware that animals that swim in or drink water affected by a harmful algal bloom or eat dried algae along the shore may become seriously ill or die.

    When a warning is issued, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken:


    • Lake water is not safe to drink for pets or livestock.
    • Lake water, regardless of blue-green algae status, should never be consumed by humans.
    • Water contact should be avoided.
    • Fish may be eaten if they are rinsed with clean water and only the fillet portion is consumed, while all other parts are discarded.
    • Do not allow pets to eat dried algae.
    • If lake water contacts skin, wash with clean water as soon as possible.
    • Avoid areas of visible algae accumulation.


    KDHE samples publicly-accessible bodies of water for blue-green algae when the agency receives reports of potential algae blooms in Kansas lakes. Based on sampling results, KDHE reports on potentially harmful conditions.

    For information on blue-green algae and reporting potential harmful algal blooms, please visit www.kdheks.gov/algae-illness/index.htm.
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    For Immediate Release
    August 23, 2018

    Public Health Warning Issued for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae
    New additions in Rawlins, Linn and Osage Counties

    TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), has issued public health warnings for some Kansas lakes for the upcoming weekend and week.

    If a lake is under a public health warning for blue-green algae, activities such as boating and fishing may be safe. However, direct contact with water (i.e., wading, skiing and swimming) is strongly discouraged for people, pets and livestock. The lakes currently under a public health advisory:

    ·Closure: Webster Lake, Rooks County - Although access to the water is closed, Webster State Park remains open. Drinking water and bath house facilities are not affected by the algae bloom.
    ·Warning: Atchison Co. Park Lake, Atchison County
    ·Warning:Atwood Township Lake, Rawlins County
    ·Warning: Carbondale West Lake, Osage County
    ·Warning: Frazier Lake, Grant County
    ·Warning: Lake Afton, Sedgwick County
    ·Warning: Lake Scott State Park, Scott County
    ·Warning: Lakewood Park Lake, Saline County
    ·Warning: Marais Des Cygnes Wildlife Area, Linn County
    ·Warning: Melvern Outlet Pond, Osage County
    ·Warning: Melvern Outlet Swim Pond, Osage County Closure – Visitors can utilize Coeur d' Alene Park Swim Beach which sets on the main body of the lake, located west of the U.S. Army Corps. Of Engineers Project Office. The present algae bloom is isolated to the Outlet Pond and Outlet Swim Pond; Melvern Lake is not affected.
    ·Warning: Overbrook City Lake, Osage County
    ·Warning: South Lake Park, Johnson County
    ·Watch: Cottonwood River, south of Emporia
    ·Watch: Hodgeman County SFL, Hodgeman County
    ·Watch: Lake Wabaunsee, Wabaunsee County
    ·Watch:Linn Valley Lake, Linn County
    ·Watch: Mary's Lake, Douglas County
    ·Watch:Melvern Lake, Osage County
    ·Watch: Perry Lake Zone A(the southern portion of the main body, south of the Longview Campground), Jefferson County
    ·Watch: Perry Lake Zone B (the Slough Creek Arm), Jefferson County
    ·Watch:Pomona Lake, Osage County
    ·Watch: Rock Garden Pond, Gage Park, Shawnee County


    For information on blue-green algae and reporting potential harmful algal blooms, please visit www.kdheks.gov/algae-illness/index.htm.

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    Most recent update of impacted lakes is September 7. Kansas Department of Health and Environment: Blue-Green Algae (BGA)

    Should be another update coming out later this week.

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    For Immediate Release
    September 13, 2018


    Public Health Warning Issued for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae
    Hodgeman Co. SFL and Lake Wabaunsee changed from watch to warning status

    TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), has issued public health warnings for some Kansas lakes for the upcoming weekend and week.

    If a lake is under a public health warning for blue-green algae, activities such as boating and fishing may be safe. However, direct contact with water (i.e., wading, skiing and swimming) is strongly discouraged for people, pets and livestock. The lakes currently under a public health advisory:

    ·Warning: Atchison Co. Park Lake, Atchison County
    ·Warning:Atwood Township Lake, Rawlins County
    ·Warning: Carbondale West Lake, Osage County
    ·Warning:Central Park Lake (Pond), Shawnee County
    ·Warning: Frazier Lake, Grant County
    ·Warning: Hodgeman County SFL, Hodgeman County
    ·Warning: Lake Afton, Sedgwick County
    ·Warning: Lake Wabaunsee, Wabaunsee County
    ·Warning: Lakewood Park Lake, Saline County
    ·Warning: Marais Des Cygnes Wildlife Area, Linn County
    ·Warning: Melvern Outlet Pond, Osage County
    ·Warning: Melvern Outlet Swim Pond, Osage County Closure – Visitors can utilize Coeur d' Alene Park Swim Beach which sets on the main body of the lake, located west of the U.S. Army Corps. Of Engineers Project Office.
    ·Warning: Overbrook City Lake, Osage County
    ·Warning: Rock Garden Pond, Gage Park, Shawnee County
    ·Warning: South Lake Park, Johnson County
    ·Warning: Webster Lake, Rooks County – Beach is closed. Webster State Park remains open. Drinking water and bath house facilities are not affected by the algae bloom.

    ·Watch: Council Grove City Lake, Morris County
    ·Watch: Lake Scott State Park, Scott County
    ·Watch: Mary's Lake, Douglas County
    ·Watch:Melvern Lake, Osage County
    ·Watch:Pomona Lake, Osage County - Beach is closed.
    ·Watch:Tomahawk Parkway North Pond, Johnson County

    The watch on Cottonwood River, south of Emporia in Lyon County has been lifted.

    A closed or closure status indicates that conditions are extremely dangerous for humans and pets. Harmful algal toxins and cell counts are at dangerously high levels. Any kind of contact with the waterbody is prohibited.

    Lakes under a warning are not closed. Marinas, lakeside businesses and park camping facilities are open for business. If swim beaches are closed, it will be specifically noted. Drinking water and showers at parks are safe and not affected by algae blooms. Boating and fishing are safe on lakes under a warning but contact with the water should be avoided. Hands should also be washed with clean water after handling fish taken from an affected lake. Zoned lakes may have portions fully open for all recreation even if other portions are under a warning.

    Kansans should be aware that blooms are unpredictable. They can develop rapidly and may float around the lake, requiring visitors to exercise their best judgment. If there is scum, a paint-like surface or the water is bright green, avoid contact and keep pets away. These are indications that a harmful bloom may be present. Pet owners should be aware that animals that swim in or drink water affected by a harmful algal bloom or eat dried algae along the shore may become seriously ill or die.

    When a warning is issued, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken:


    • Lake water is not safe to drink for pets or livestock.
    • Lake water, regardless of blue-green algae status, should never be consumed by humans.
    • Water contact should be avoided.
    • Fish may be eaten if they are rinsed with clean water and only the fillet portion is consumed, while all other parts are discarded.
    • Do not allow pets to eat dried algae.
    • If lake water contacts skin, wash with clean water as soon as possible.
    • Avoid areas of visible algae accumulation.


    KDHE samples publicly-accessible bodies of water for blue-green algae when the agency receives reports of potential algae blooms in Kansas lakes. Based on sampling results, KDHE reports on potentially harmful conditions.

    For information on blue-green algae and reporting potential harmful algal blooms, please visit www.kdheks.gov/algae-illness/index.htm.
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    Thank you for up keeping us up to date Craig.

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    For Immediate Release
    September 27, 2018

    Public Health Warning Issued for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae
    Lake Scott changed from Watch to Warning

    TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), has issued public health warnings for some Kansas lakes for the upcoming weekend and week.

    If a lake is under a public health warning for blue-green algae, activities such as boating and fishing may be safe. However, direct contact with water (i.e., wading, skiing and swimming) is strongly discouraged for people, pets and livestock. The lakes currently under a public health advisory:

    ·Warning: Atchison Co. Park Lake, Atchison County
    ·Warning: Carbondale West Lake, Osage County
    ·Warning:Central Park Lake (Pond), Shawnee County
    ·Warning: Frazier Lake, Grant County
    ·Warning: Hodgeman County SFL, Hodgeman County
    ·Warning: Lake Afton, Sedgwick County
    ·Warning: Lake Scott State Park, Scott County
    ·Warning: Lake Wabaunsee, Wabaunsee County
    ·Warning: Lakewood Park Lake, Saline County
    ·Warning: Marais Des Cygnes Wildlife Area, Linn County
    ·Warning: Melvern Outlet Pond, Osage County
    ·Warning: Melvern Outlet Swim Pond, Osage County Beach Closure – Visitors can utilize Eisenhower State Park Swim Beach.
    ·Warning: Overbrook City Lake, Osage County
    ·Warning: Rock Garden Pond, Gage Park, Shawnee County
    ·Warning: South Lake Park, Johnson County
    ·Warning: Webster Lake, Rooks County – Beach is closed. Webster State Park remains open. Drinking water and bath house facilities are not affected by the algae bloom.

    ·Watch: Atchison Co. SFL, Atchison County
    ·Watch: Mary's Lake, Douglas County
    ·Watch:Melvern Lake, Osage County Beach Closure – Visitors can utilize Eisenhower State Park Swim Beach.
    ·Watch:Pomona Lake, Osage County
    ·Watch:Tomahawk Parkway North Pond, Johnson County
    ·Watch:West Campus Pond, University of Kansas, Douglas County

    A closed or closure status indicates that conditions are extremely dangerous for humans and pets. Harmful algal toxins and cell counts are at dangerously high levels. Any kind of contact with the waterbody is prohibited.

    Lakes under a warning are not closed. Marinas, lakeside businesses and park camping facilities are open for business. If swim beaches are closed, it will be specifically noted. Drinking water and showers at parks are safe and not affected by algae blooms. Boating and fishing are safe on lakes under a warning but contact with the water should be avoided. Hands should also be washed with clean water after handling fish taken from an affected lake. Zoned lakes may have portions fully open for all recreation even if other portions are under a warning.

    Kansans should be aware that blooms are unpredictable. They can develop rapidly and may float around the lake, requiring visitors to exercise their best judgment. If there is scum, a paint-like surface or the water is bright green, avoid contact and keep pets away. These are indications that a harmful bloom may be present. Pet owners should be aware that animals that swim in or drink water affected by a harmful algal bloom or eat dried algae along the shore may become seriously ill or die.

    When a warning is issued, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken:


    • Lake water is not safe to drink for pets or livestock.
    • Lake water, regardless of blue-green algae status, should never be consumed by humans.
    • Water contact should be avoided.
    • Fish may be eaten if they are rinsed with clean water and only the fillet portion is consumed, while all other parts are discarded.
    • Do not allow pets to eat dried algae.
    • If lake water contacts skin, wash with clean water as soon as possible.
    • Avoid areas of visible algae accumulation.


    KDHE samples publicly-accessible bodies of water for blue-green algae when the agency receives reports of potential algae blooms in Kansas lakes. Based on sampling results, KDHE reports on potentially harmful conditions.

    For information on blue-green algae and reporting potential harmful algal blooms, please visit www.kdheks.gov/algae-illness/index.htm.

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    For Immediate Release
    October 18, 2018

    For more information, contact:


    Public Health Warning Issued for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae
    Warning or watch lifted on seven lakes

    TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), has issued public health warnings for some Kansas lakes for the upcoming weekend and week.

    If a lake is under a public health warning for blue-green algae, activities such as boating and fishing may be safe. However, direct contact with water (i.e., wading, skiing and swimming) is strongly discouraged for people, pets and livestock. The lakes currently under a public health advisory:

    ·Warning: Carbondale West Lake, Osage County
    ·Warning: Frazier Lake, Grant County
    ·Warning: Marais Des Cygnes Wildlife Area, Linn County
    ·Warning: Melvern Outlet Pond, Osage County
    ·Warning: Rock Garden Pond, Gage Park, Shawnee County
    ·Warning: South Lake Park, Johnson County

    ·Watch: Hodgeman County SFL, Hodgeman County
    ·Watch: Lakewood Park Lake, Saline County
    ·Watch: Webster Lake, Rooks County

    The following have had their watch or warning lifted:
    ·Lake Afton, Sedgwick County
    ·Mary's Lake, Douglas County
    ·Melvern Outlet Swim Pond, Osage County
    ·Overbrook City Lake, Osage County
    ·Overbrook City Kids Pond, Osage County
    ·Pomona Lake, Osage County
    ·Tomahawk Parkway North Pond, Johnson County

    A closed or closure status indicates that conditions are extremely dangerous for humans and pets. Harmful algal toxins and cell counts are at dangerously high levels. Any kind of contact with the waterbody is prohibited.

    Lakes under a warning are not closed. Marinas, lakeside businesses and park camping facilities are open for business. If swim beaches are closed, it will be specifically noted. Drinking water and showers at parks are safe and not affected by algae blooms. Boating and fishing are safe on lakes under a warning but contact with the water should be avoided. Hands should also be washed with clean water after handling fish taken from an affected lake. Zoned lakes may have portions fully open for all recreation even if other portions are under a warning.

    Kansans should be aware that blooms are unpredictable. They can develop rapidly and may float around the lake, requiring visitors to exercise their best judgment. If there is scum, a paint-like surface or the water is bright green, avoid contact and keep pets away. These are indications that a harmful bloom may be present. Pet owners should be aware that animals that swim in or drink water affected by a harmful algal bloom or eat dried algae along the shore may become seriously ill or die.

    When a warning is issued, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken:


    • Lake water is not safe to drink for pets or livestock.
    • Lake water, regardless of blue-green algae status, should never be consumed by humans.
    • Water contact should be avoided.
    • Fish may be eaten if they are rinsed with clean water and only the fillet portion is consumed, while all other parts are discarded.
    • Do not allow pets to eat dried algae.
    • If lake water contacts skin, wash with clean water as soon as possible.
    • Avoid areas of visible algae accumulation.


    KDHE samples publicly-accessible bodies of water for blue-green algae when the agency receives reports of potential algae blooms in Kansas lakes. Based on sampling results, KDHE reports on potentially harmful conditions.

    For information on blue-green algae and reporting potential harmful algal blooms, please visit www.kdheks.gov/algae-illness/index.htm.
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    The Watch/Warning list is getting very short! This will likely be my last update for 2018...



    For Immediate Release
    October 25, 2018


    Public Health Warning Issued for Kansas Lake Due to Blue-Green Algae
    Only one current Warning issued

    TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), has issued a public health warning for Frazier Lake in Grant County for the upcoming weekend and week.

    If a lake is under a public health warning for blue-green algae, activities such as boating and fishing may be safe. However, direct contact with water (i.e., wading, skiing and swimming) is strongly discouraged for people, pets and livestock. The lakes currently under a public health advisory:

    ·Warning: Frazier Lake, Grant County

    ·Watch: South Lake Park, Johnson County

    The following have had their watch or warning lifted:
    ·Carbondale West Lake, Osage County
    ·Hodgeman County SFL, Hodgeman County
    ·Lakewood Park Lake, Saline County
    ·Marais Des Cygnes Wildlife Area, Linn County
    ·Melvern Outlet Pond, Osage County
    ·Rock Garden Pond, Gage Park, Shawnee County
    ·Webster Lake, Rooks County

    A closed or closure status indicates that conditions are extremely dangerous for humans and pets. Harmful algal toxins and cell counts are at dangerously high levels. Any kind of contact with the waterbody is prohibited.

    Lakes under a warning are not closed. Marinas, lakeside businesses and park camping facilities are open for business. If swim beaches are closed, it will be specifically noted. Drinking water and showers at parks are safe and not affected by algae blooms. Boating and fishing are safe on lakes under a warning but contact with the water should be avoided. Hands should also be washed with clean water after handling fish taken from an affected lake. Zoned lakes may have portions fully open for all recreation even if other portions are under a warning.

    Kansans should be aware that blooms are unpredictable. They can develop rapidly and may float around the lake, requiring visitors to exercise their best judgment. If there is scum, a paint-like surface or the water is bright green, avoid contact and keep pets away. These are indications that a harmful bloom may be present. Pet owners should be aware that animals that swim in or drink water affected by a harmful algal bloom or eat dried algae along the shore may become seriously ill or die.

    When a warning is issued, KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken:


    • Lake water is not safe to drink for pets or livestock.
    • Lake water, regardless of blue-green algae status, should never be consumed by humans.
    • Water contact should be avoided.
    • Fish may be eaten if they are rinsed with clean water and only the fillet portion is consumed, while all other parts are discarded.
    • Do not allow pets to eat dried algae.
    • If lake water contacts skin, wash with clean water as soon as possible.
    • Avoid areas of visible algae accumulation.


    KDHE samples publicly-accessible bodies of water for blue-green algae when the agency receives reports of potential algae blooms in Kansas lakes. Based on sampling results, KDHE reports on potentially harmful conditions.

    For information on blue-green algae and reporting potential harmful algal blooms, please visit www.kdheks.gov/algae-illness/index.htm.
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