Due to the mercury contamination, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) recommend a limit of one 8-ounce serving per week for adults or one 4-ounce serving per week for children (12 years or younger) of predatory fish which include bass, crappie, walleye, etc. for the following location:
The Little Arkansas River from the Main Street Bridge immediately west of Valley Center to the confluence with the Arkansas River in Wichita.
Due to pollution and contamination, the Little Arkansas River is currently ranked at a Level 2 (green) for water quality. This means that the river is safe for boating and other recreational activities so long as basic personal hygiene practices are followed. Practices include:
*Avoid swallowing river water.
*Wash hands before eating or drinking.
*Shower or rinse off if full body exposure to the water has taken place.
*Those who have recently undergone surgery, have open cuts or sores, or suffer from a chronic illness should avoid contact with the water.
*Those participating in events on the water are also urged to wear life preservers, follow safe boating practices and avoid use of alcohol.
-Ashley Grubb
(This information is brought to you by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment at www.kdheks.gov)
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