September 19, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

February 22, 2023

Contact: Matthew.Lara@KS.gov

Stream Advisory Rescinded for Marais des Cygnes River located near Osawatomie, Kansas

Residents and animals may enter the water at this time

TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a stream advisory for the Marais des Cygnes River located near Osawatomie, Kansas, that was issued on February 13, 2022. Water samples show no health risk associated with this stream. Water contact in the stream is now deemed safe and if you live or have activities near this stream, you may enter the stream and you can allow children and pets to enter the stream.

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