(Elk Horn, Iowa) – Officials with the City of Elk Horn updated the status of their water system, Wednesday. The City remains under a boil advisory. City officials and staff want to assure residents that they “Are taking this situation very seriously and are doing everything [they] can with the resources available,” to them.

Key Updates:

• Water Supply: The City is not experiencing a water shortage in its well fields. Water is currently being pumped to the treatment plant and distributed throughout the system.
• System Improvements: Water pressure and tower levels are improving steadily.
• External Support: The City of Elk Horn has reached out to the Iowa League of Cities for additional support in identifying and resolving the underlying issue.
• Mandatory Water Watch: A mandatory water watch remains in effect until the issue is fully resolved.

City officials say “We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time. Please continue to follow all boil advisory protocols, and we will keep you updated as the situation progresses.”