Kansas KDHE Health News

Boil Water Advisory Issued for City of McCune After Waterline Break

KDHE issued a boil water advisory for the City of McCune in Crawford County, Kansas on April 5, 2026 following a waterline break that caused loss of pressure in the distribution system. Residents are advised to boil water for one minute before drinking or cooking, and restaurants and food establishments should take precautions. The advisory will remain in effect until bacterial testing at a certified laboratory confirms the water is safe and KDHE issues a rescind order.

Boil Water Advisory for Thayer, Neosho County

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Thayer public water supply system due to a waterline break causing a loss of pressure. Customers are advised to boil water for one minute before drinking or food preparation until further notice.

Kansas Air Quality Health Advisory for Prescribed Burns

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued an air quality health advisory for central and eastern Kansas due to smoke from prescribed burns in the Flint Hills. Elevated air pollutant levels, including particulate matter and ozone, are expected from March 20-21, 2026, potentially impacting air quality to 'Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups' or 'Unhealthy' levels.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Madison, Greenwood County

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of Madison public water supply system. The advisory was issued due to a waterline break causing a loss of pressure. Laboratory testing confirmed no bacteriological contamination, and all risks have been resolved.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for White Cloud, Kansas

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of White Cloud, Kansas. The advisory was initially issued due to a waterline break and loss of pressure, but laboratory testing has confirmed the water is now safe for consumption.

Tuttle Creek Cove Diesel Fuel Spill Advisory

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a stream advisory for Tuttle Creek Cove due to a diesel fuel spill from a commercial barge. The public is advised to avoid the cove until remediation efforts are complete and water contact is deemed safe.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Argonia, Kansas

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of Argonia, Kansas. The advisory was initially issued due to a waterline break and loss of pressure, but laboratory testing confirmed no bacteriological contamination.

Boil Water Advisory for White Cloud, Doniphan County

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of White Cloud public water supply system due to a waterline break causing a loss of pressure. Residents and food establishments are advised to boil water for consumption until further notice. The advisory remains in effect until water quality is confirmed by laboratory testing.

Kansas Awards Waste Tire Grants

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announced the recipients of $493,709.55 in annual waste tire product grants. These grants are awarded to local municipalities and K-12 schools to fund projects using recycled tire products.

Health Advisory for Prescribed Fire Season Smoke Impacts

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) issued a health advisory for the upcoming prescribed fire season in the Flint Hills. The advisory reminds residents about potential air quality impacts from smoke and highlights the availability of a smoke modeling tool to help manage these effects.