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Public health advisory issued for Jackson Co lake

By Greg Bebermeyer

07/11/2025

( file photo of blue-green algae )

(KNZA)--A public health advisory has been issued for Elkhorn Lake in Jackson County due to the presence of blue-green algae.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment, in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, announced Friday that the lake, located in Holton's Rafters Park, has been placed under "warning" status.

For lakes under “ warning” status, KDHE says direct contact with the water should be avoided. Fish may be eaten if they are rinsed with clean water. However, only the fillet portion should be consumed and all other parts discarded.

Meanwhile, Atchison City Lake #9 and the Atchison State Fishing Lake remain under " watch" status.

For lakes under " watch" status, KDHE says people are encouraged to avoid areas of algae accumulation and keep pets away from the water. Boating and fishing are safe. However, you should clean fish well with potable water and eat the fillet portion only

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