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Kansas Department of Health and Environment: Public Water Supply Section - Consumer Information Regarding a Disruption in Water Service
The Kansas Water Office is the lead agency responsible for drought planning and response.Boil Water Advisory Issued for Spring Lake Resort, Harvey County - MAY 7, 1:28PM
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for Spring Lake Resort, located in Harvey County. This advisory is not related to Covid-19.
Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:
• If your tap water appears dirty, flush the water lines by letting the water run until it clears.
• Boil water for one minute prior to drinking or food preparation or use bottled water.
• Dispose of ice cubes and do not use ice from a household automatic ice maker.
• Disinfect dishes and other food contact surfaces by immersion for at least one minute in clean tap water that contains one teaspoon of unscented household bleach per gallon of water.
• Water used for bathing does not generally need to be boiled. Supervision of children is necessary while bathing so that water is not ingested. Persons with cuts or severe rashes may wish to consult their physicians.
The advisory took effect on May 7, 2021 and will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the system at risk of bacterial contamination are resolved. KDHE issued the advisory because of a line break resulting in a loss of pressure in the distribution system. Failure to maintain adequate pressure may result in a loss of chlorine residuals and bacterial contamination.
Regardless of whether the public water supplier or KDHE announced a boil water advisory, only KDHE can issue the rescind order following testing at a certified laboratory.
For consumer questions, please contact the water system or KDHE at 785-296-5514. For consumer information please visit KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage: www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm
Restaurants and other food establishments that have questions about the impact of the boil water advisory on their business can contact the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s food safety & lodging program at [email protected] or call 785-564-6767.
Kansas Department of Health and Environment: Public Water Supply Section - Consumer Information Regarding a Disruption in Water Service
The Kansas Water Office is the lead agency responsible for drought planning and response.ICYMI: Local health professionals from the Health Department, NMC Health and Health Ministries answered several questions regarding COVID-19 vaccines at a forum this week.
If you want to hear the answer to a specific question, jump to these spots in the video:
🔹 1:55 - COVID-19 cases are down from their peak. Why is a vaccine necessary?
🔹 5:49 - Do COVID-19 vaccines reduce the severity of COVID-19 cases?
🔹 7:31 - Is there transportation assistance available for COVID-19 testing or vaccination?
🔹 9:23 - If younger people are less likely to develop severe COVID-19 symptoms, why is it necessary for them to get a vaccine?
🔹 12:55 - What happened with the Johnson & Johnson vaccine pause, and are there associated risks with that vaccine?
🔹 14:45 - What is the mortality rate for COVID-19?
🔹 16:12 - How were the COVID-19 vaccines developed quickly? What is an mRNA vaccine?
🔹 20:07 - What helped with developing the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines quickly?
🔹 22:39 - Can mRNA vaccines alter DNA?
🔹 23:45 - How can you decide which of the three COVID-19 vaccines that have received emergency use authorization is best for you?
🔹 25:10 - Where are vaccines available in Harvey County?
🔹 26:01 - If you've received a COVID-19 vaccine, how do you have a conversation about the vaccines with someone who is unsure or concerned about getting the vaccine themselves?
🔹 30:05 - If I've had COVID-19, is it necessary for me to get a COVID-19 vaccine?
🔹 30:50 - How does a higher vaccination rate benefit local health organizations?
🔹 32:53 - Information regarding COVID-19 has evolved throughout the pandemic. How do we know information is accurate today?
🔹 36:28 - What precautions are recommended around others if you both are vaccinated, or not vaccinated?
🔹 41:47 - What is the difference between a vaccine having full approval or having an emergency use authorization?
🔹 44:07 - What are the common side effects of the COVID-19 vaccines?
🔹 48:56 - Have there been any severe reactions to COVID-19 vaccines in Harvey County?
🔹 51:32 - How does the safety of the COVID-19 vaccines compare to that of vaccines for other diseases?
🔹 52:55 - Why do you feel it is important to get vaccinated?
🔹 55:26 - If I have additional questions, who can I contact for more information?
This week (May 2-8) is National Correctional Officers Week. This week gives us an opportunity to recognize and thank the men and women that work in the Harvey County Detention Center.
Our detention deputies are tasked with oversight of inmates, but their role goes beyond that. They are caretakers, from providing meals to helping with medical needs to facilitating rehabilitation programs.
We appreciate all the roles our detention deputies fulfill each day and night. Thank you!
Be weather aware this weekend...
This report for Saturday (5/8) is from the National Weather Service at 5:00AM, May 7, 2021.
Photos from US National Weather Service Wichita Kansas's postPhotos from US National Weather Service Wichita Kansas's post
Updated travel-related quarantine information from the KDHE.Photos from Kansas Department of Health and Environment's post
Excited about this! Another chance to experience nature in Newton!Another step in the R. Michael Rhoades Wetlands Park project: Central Kansas Region of Ducks Unlimited performed onsite surveys this week in preparation for the wetland basin excavation this summer. The Park should be completed in late 2022.
Watch this space for updates!
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Free resources to help eligible Kansas residents quit smoking or using other tobacco products.Local COVID-19 vaccine forum. Local health professionals answering your questions or concerns to help you make the decision that's right for you.
COVID-19 vaccine forum with health professionals here in Harvey County! Happy to answer your questions!
Tonight, starting at 6 p.m.!If you still have a few questions or concerns about the COVID-19 vaccines - or you just want to share information from your local health professionals - we encourage you to check this out tonight at 6 p.m. It'll be live on the Harvey County Now Facebook page (and we'll share it over here, too). This is an easy, convenient way to get your questions answered before you consider making an appointment for a vaccination!
Less than a month left for those interested in filing as a candidate in the general election. This election has multiple positions open for city councils and school boards. The candidate filing deadline is June 1 at noon.
Cities
🔹 Burrton
🔹 Halstead
🔹 Hesston
🔹 Newton
🔹 North Newton
🔹 Sedgwick
🔹 Walton
School Districts
🔸 Burrton USD 369
🔸 Halstead USD 440
🔸 Hesston USD 460
🔸 Newton USD 373
🔸 Sedgwick USD 439
Drainage District
🔴 Little Arkansas River
You can find more information about the terms for each office, as well as filing forms, here: www.hvcoksvote.com/2021-candidate-information
2021 Candidate Information | HVcoKSvote
2021 Candidate Information | HVcoKSvote
Upcoming Elections | Registration & Voting | Levy Sheets | Townships | Elected Officials | Candidate Information | Election WorkerThe #ladybug larvae are back! Thank you for taking care of the aphids, fruit flies and mites, little friend!
Just one of our great local fire departments here in Harvey County. Thank you for your dedication.Photos from Hesston Fire/EMS's post
We had a fantastic turnout for our local National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event on April 24, collecting 175 pounds of medications. Thank you to everyone that stopped by to help make it a success.
With everything tallied up across the nation, local law enforcement agencies helped gather 839,543 pounds of prescriptions to be properly and safely disposed of. That's 420 TONS! That makes our communities safer, preventing these prescriptions from being misused, lost or stolen.
Drug Take Back Day is held twice each year. Our next one is in October!We had a fantastic turnout for our local National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event on April 24, collecting 175 pounds of medications. Thank you to everyone that stopped by to help make it a success.
With everything tallied up across the nation, local law enforcement agencies helped gather 839,543 pounds of prescriptions to be properly and safely disposed of. That's 420 TONS! That makes our communities safer, preventing these prescriptions from being misused, lost or stolen.
Drug Take Back Day is held twice each year. Our next one is in October!
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Welcome to Harvey County
Nearly 35,000 residents call Harvey County home. The county landscape pairs picturesque country living with vibrant downtown shopping centers. Harvey County serves the cities of Burrton, Halstead, Hesston, Newton, North Newton, Sedgwick, and Walton, as well as 15 townships.
Harvey County is home to a bustling airport and train service, innovative economic leaders, sprawling parks, and welcoming school districts. Food and entertainment opportunities abound, with even more amenities within a short driving distance to our friendly neighboring counties.
Events Schedule
May 10 Second-half Taxes Due @ 5:00 PM |
May 11 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 18 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 25 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 31 Memorial Day (County facilities closed) @ 12:00 AM |
Jun 1 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Jun 2 Healthy Harvey Coalition meeting @ 12:00 PM |
Jun 7 Food and Farm Council Meeting @ 4:00 PM |
Jun 8 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Jun 14 Parks Advisory Board Meeting @ 7:00 PM |
Jun 15 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Jun 22 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Jun 29 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
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