Kansas health department issues public health advisories for blue-green algae blooms in East Lake and Lake Shawnee, warning of possible toxin exposure and symptoms.

Kansas health department issues public health advisories for blue-green algae blooms in Harvey County's East Lake and Lake Shawnee in Shawnee County. The algae toxins can cause symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, rash, fever, sore throat, and headache through ingestion, inhalation, or skin contact. Authorities advise avoiding contact with water, not consuming lake water, and washing off after contact.

April 20, 2024
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