Eight Kansas lakes are under blue-green algae warning or watch status. ... (HAB) may look like blue, bright green, brown or red foam, scum or paint floating on the water.

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.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) announced the blue-green algae warning at Melvern Lake has been reduced to Watch status on ...

3 Kansas lakes lifted from blue-green algae status by: Ryan Newton. Posted: Jun 27, 2025 / 01:07 PM CDT. ... It can appear blue, bright green, brown, or even red. Blooms can develop rapidly.