Boil water advisory issued for Countryside Estates in Ellis County

HAYS, Kan. (KSNW) — State health officials have issued a boil water advisory for the Countryside Estates mobile home park in Ellis County after water main breaks caused a loss of pressure.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment says residents should boil water for at least one minute before drinking or using it for cooking. Bottled water may also be used. Ice from automatic icemakers should be discarded.

Until further notice, residents are advised to: • Boil water for at least one minute before drinking or using it in food preparation. • Use bottled water as an alternative. • Discard ice cubes and avoid using ice from automatic ice makers. • Flush taps if water appears dirty. • Disinfect dishes and food contact surfaces using one teaspoon of bleach per gallon of tap wa