(KNZA)--A public health advisory has been issued for Lake Perry in Jefferson County due to toxic blue-green algae.

According to a release from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Zone D at Lake Perry is among six Kansas lakes on the watch list.

A watch means that a blue-green algae bloom has been detected or is likely to develop. People are encouraged to avoid areas of algae accumulation and keep pets and livestock away from the water.