BUTLER COUNTY, Kan. (KSNW) — Residents served by Public Wholesale Water Supply District #8 and Butler County Rural Water District #3 are under a boil water advisory after a waterline break caused a loss of pressure in the systems.
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) issued the advisory Sept. 4, warning that the pressure drop could result in bacterial contamination.
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Until further notice, customers are urged to:
- Boil water for one minute before drinking or food preparation, or use bottled water.
- Discard ice cubes and do not use ice from household icemakers.
- Flush taps if water appears dirty.
- Disinfect dishes and food-contact surfaces by immersing them for one minute in tap water mixed with one teaspoon of unscented household bleach per gallon.
- Supervise children while bathing to avoid accidental ingestion.
Water for bathing does not typically need to be boiled, but people with cuts or rashes may wish to consult a doctor.
The advisory will remain in effect until testing at a certified laboratory confirms the water is safe. Only KDHE can issue the rescind order…