Overview
- The Independence School District canceled classes and programs after buildings lost running water.
- City officials advised customers to boil water for 3–5 minutes before drinking following a morning advisory.
- Oak Grove, which receives water from Independence, issued its own boil advisory and moved to an early school release.
- Jackson County and municipal courts in Independence closed until noon because of the water disruption.
- Crews are working to restore pressure, and officials reported no estimated time for full service or lifting the advisory.