Out of an abundance of caution, KC Water is issuing a precautionary boil water advisory to 12 customers on Wenzel Avenue between E 105th street and E 107th.

Sewage leaked into a damaged water main as it was being repaired. KC Water crews immediately cut off water from that pipe while it tests the water and finishes repairs.

Under an Advisory, it is recommended that customers follow these guidelines:

·         Boil drinking water for three minutes before using it to drink, cook, or prepare food

·         Do not make ice during an advisory

·         Tap water is safe for bathing

·         Use boiled water for brushing teeth

Customers will receive notification that the advisory has been lifted after the tap water has been tested and water quality has been confirmed.

Customers with questions or concerns may contact KC Water by calling 816-513-1313.

For more information regarding Boil Water Advisories, please visit the BOIL WATER ADVISORIES web page.

Restaurants may operate with the above considerations. Any food safety questions can be sent to the Environmental Public Health Program Office, in the City’s Public Health Department, at 816-513-6315.  Or, please visit:  http://kcmo.gov/health/environmental-health-services/environmental-public-health-program.

For more information, please contact Jackson Overstreet, media@kcmo.org.

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KC Water maintains and operates water treatment and distribution systems, stormwater management systems, and wastewater collection and treatment systems for residential and business customers in Kansas City and for wholesale customers in the Kansas City area.  KC Water is primarily funded by fees charged to customers based on their use or impacts on the three utility systems.