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.

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.

According to KDHE officials, a blue-green harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like blue, bright green, brown or red foam, scum or paint floating on the water. Blooms can develop rapidly.