Kirkman, Elk Horn, Exira, Brayton, Iowa —

A "Level RED" advisory is in place for customers and communities in western Iowa.

It comes after an accident on Monday caused a power strike. This overloaded a Regional Water pump, which then damaged it.

As of now, there is no water flowing in one of the towers, which is the only tower serving eastern Shelby and Audubon County customers.

Level RED is the highest level of mandatory water use restrictions.

Communities impacted include Kirkman, Elk Horn, Exira, and Brayton, all in Iowa.

Regional Water is asking residents to conserve water to prevent a boil advisory from becoming necessary.

For more information, contact the Regional Water Office at 712-343-2413.

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