The Kansas Department of Health and Environment issued the advisory Sunday after a waterline break caused a loss of pressure in the distribution system. Low pressure can reduce chlorine levels and increase the risk of bacterial contamination.
Until the advisory is lifted, customers should boil water for one minute before drinking or preparing food, or use bottled water. Residents should also discard existing ice and avoid using household ice makers.
Tap water that appears dirty should be allowed to run until it clears. Water used for bathing generally does not need to be boiled, but children should be supervised to prevent them from swallowing it.
The advisory will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the water system at risk have been resolved.
