The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a boil water advisory for a portion of Ellis due to a water main break.

According to the City of Ellis the advisory was issued as a precaution due to lost line pressure when water service was terminated in order to make the repair.

A significant water main break was reported in the area of 11th and Washington early Monday morning.

The area included in the advisory affects residents from 10th St. to 12th St. and from Washington to Dorrance.

Contact the city office with any questions.