Reservoir under algae watch again

After avoiding algae advisories most of last summer, Marion Reservoir was back to dealing with them just in time for this year’s first major weekend for visitors.

A blue-green algae watch for the reservoir was issued Friday by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

A watch indicates that a harmful algae bloom is possible and may be present. KDHE requires that warning signs be posted stating that water may be unsafe for humans and animals.

Areas of algae accumulation should be avoided. Swimming, wading, skiing, and jet skiing are discouraged near blooms. Boating and fishing are safe, but inhalation of spray might affect some people. Fish should be rinsed and only the filet portion eaten.