Neodesha's Riverwalk Park pond remains under a blue-green algae warning from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

 

The pond has been under a warning status for several weeks, with the first advisory issued by the City in early July. A warning status from K-D-H-E means that a harmful algae bloom is present or expected. During this time, individuals should avoid contact with the water, keep pets and livestock away from the pond, and do not allow humans or animals to consume the water. K-State Wildcat Extension Agent Adaven Rohling says the algae bloom can be harmful to both animals and humans.

 

Toxins from the algae can be absorbed by ingestion, inhalation of aerosols and even skin contact.?Symptoms will vary depending upon the type of exposure but can include rash, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, sore throat, and headache.

 

For information on blue-green algae, follow this link.