A lapse in communication. That is how Sedgwick County leaders describe what happened one week ago, when a major water main broke, prompting a boil water advisory for Wichita and surrounding communities. On Thursday, Oct 7 at 1:32 p.m., the power went out at the water treatment plant causing pumps to shut down. Within minutes, the pumps were restarted but started to lose pressure. At 2 p.m., city crews found the water main break. Fifteen minutes later they notified the KDHE, then a boil advisory was issued at 3 p.m. The city held a press conference at 3:30 p.m. This is where county leaders take issue. City staff did not notify the county emergency manager until after 4 p.m. County leaders are now working on a way to keep everyone in the loop during emergencies.
Source: KSN-TV
