Emergency water order active in Douglas, Shawnee Counties

SHAWNEE COUNTY (KSNT) - Residents in rural parts of eastern Shawnee County and western Douglas County are being warned to limit water usage Tuesday.

The Douglas County Rural Water District #3 issued a press release on July 16 on a local water emergency. The district is currently unable to produce water due to the need for emergency repairs at its water treatment plant.

The district is entering a temporary water emergency order and asking local residents within its service area to limit water usage to necessary activities only, according to the release. These include water usage for the purpose of sustaining life, health and personal hygiene including cooking, bathing and drinking. Outdoor water use is discouraged at this time.

Residents are asked to check back with the district's website for updates on the situation. The emergency order may be lifted on Tuesday depending on when the repairs are completed.

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