TOPEKA, Kan. – City of Topeka Utilities staff have completed necessary repairs at the Water Treatment Plant and are working to begin distributing fresh water through the system. At this time, it seems the issue was most likely caused as a result of the recent extreme cold temperatures. Due to the large water volume that was impacted, it will take some time to ensure that we have safe drinking water throughout our distribution system. We will allow adequate time before we begin sampling procedures to ensure accurate test results for the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). The boil advisory currently remains in effect and will be until KDHE verifies our water meets their standards. The city will alert customers once the advisory has been lifted by KDHE. The city will continue to update as we can and appreciates the community’s patience while we work to resolve this matter.
For more information on what to do during a boil advisory, please visit: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/468/Consumer-Information-Regarding-a-Disrupt or call KDHE at 785-296-5514.