A boil water advisory has been issued for the city of Fredonia.

 

According to City Administrator Wesley Young, city crews battled two massive water leaks all day yesterday. Despite their efforts, the system lost pressure late last night and the water tower was drained completely. A boil water advisory was issued by the city last night, and further review from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment this morning confirms the advisory, which will have to be lifted by the KDHE after testing is completed. Young says water department crews worked until around 5 this morning until water service was restored.

 

Fredonia residents should boil water for one minute prior to drinking or food preparation and dispose of ice cubes from automatic ice makers. If tap water appears dirty, flush the lines by letting the water run until it clears. Dishes can be washed in tap water mixed with one teaspoon of unscented household bleach per gallon of water.