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Water Main Break Shuts Down Busy Westchester Intersection: Here's Where Water Main Break Shuts Down Busy Westchester Intersection: Here's Where
Water Main Break Shuts Down Busy Westchester Intersection: Here's Where A water main break has blocked traffic at a busy intersection in Westchester. The break happened on Wednesday morning, May 1, at the intersection of Fourth Avenue and First Street in Mount Vernon, according to city officials. As a result of the water main break, residents and motorists in the area are being warned of traffic disruptions in the area as the city works to make repairs. Motorists are asked to plan alternate routes to avoid the intersection.  "Your safety is our priority, and we appreciate your cooperation during this time," officials said. This is a developing story. Ch…
Crews Respond To Water Main Break In Doylestown: Officials Crews Respond To Water Main Break In Doylestown: Officials
Crews Respond To Water Main Break In Doylestown: Officials Authorities are advising of a water main break in Doylestown on Thursday, April 11.  Borough officials said the break is affecting East Oakland and East State streets between South Main and South Pine streets.  "The water department is on location making the necessary repairs," they said. 
Crews Respond To 'Large Water Main Break' In Lower Moreland Crews Respond To 'Large Water Main Break' In Lower Moreland
Crews Respond To 'Large Water Main Break' In Lower Moreland Authorities are asking drivers to steer clear of a water main break in Lower Moreland on Wednesday, April 3.  Philmont Avenue is closed from Red Lion Road to Huntingdon Pike and drivers should avoid the area, said township police.  "Aqua is aware and responding to address the issue," they said Wednesday morning. 
Major Water Main Break Affects Service Throughout Much Of White Plains Major Water Main Break Affects Service Throughout Much Of White Plains
Major Water Main Break Affects Service Throughout Much Of White Plains Officials are warning residents that they may encounter brown water following a major water main break that affected service throughout an entire city in Westchester.  The water break happened in the downtown area of White Plains on Wednesday, March 27 around 11:30 a.m., according to White Plains Mayor Thomas Roach.  The large break affected water service for residents throughout the city. Thanks to repairs from the city's Department of Public Works though, most service was restored by 1 p.m.  Emergency Alert - Water Main Break -03-27-2024- Update 1- The City has been in…
Water Main Break Leads To Lengthy Road Closures In Frederick County Water Main Break Leads To Lengthy Road Closures In Frederick County
Water Main Break Leads To Lengthy Road Closures In Frederick County A water main break led to discolored water for some Frederick residents, and a headache on the roads for others, officials are cautioning. Division of Water and Sewer Utilities crews are currently repairing a water main break that occurred on Wednesday morning at the intersection of Baltimore Road (Md. Rt. 144) and Bell’s Lane. The following closures are in place: Bells Lane to Baltimore Road; Winding Ridge Way at Baltimore Road; Mains Lane at Baltimore Road. The road closure remains in effect until further notice, they said. While water service has been restored to customers, residents …
Water Main Break Jams Route 3 Near MetLife Stadium Water Main Break Jams Route 3 Near MetLife Stadium
Water Main Break Jams Route 3 Near MetLife Stadium A water main break certainly didn't ease rush hour traffic along Route 3 in East Rutherford Friday, Feb. 9. The break happened on the eastbound side, east of MetLife Stadium around 5 p.m., the New Jersey DOT website said. Two lanes and the shoulder were closed.
Water Main Break Shuts Down Roads: Berkeley Heights PD Water Main Break Shuts Down Roads: Berkeley Heights PD
Water Main Break Shuts Down Roads: Berkeley Heights PD A water main break has caused roads to be shutdown in Berkeley Heights on the morning of Wednesday, Jan. 31, police said on Facebook. The break, which sent water overflowing into the street, occurred in the middle of the intersection of Diamond Hill Road and Valley Road, police said. All roadways to the intersection have been completely shutdown due to water damage, police said.  Diamond Hill Road, New Providence Road, and Valley Road will remain closed until at least 8 p.m., police said. 
Flooding, Freezing Water Fills Streets Of Norristown When Water Main Breaks Flooding, Freezing Water Fills Streets Of Norristown When Water Main Breaks
Flooding, Freezing Water Fills Streets Of Norristown When Water Main Breaks Norristown firefighters responded to the scene of a water main break that shut down several streets Monday morning, Jan. 22, officials announced.  The break happened near Penn and Cherry streets, Norristown Fire Department said around 4 a.m. Several streets in the area were flooded and closed, including:  Main and Penn streets from Swede to Markley streets Markley Street northbound from Main to Marshall streets  Barbadoes and Cherry streets from Main to Airy streets  All streets are now open except for the Penn and Cherry intersection, though water remains out of servic…
Danbury Water Main Break Closes WCSU Campuses Danbury Water Main Break Closes WCSU Campuses
Danbury Water Main Break Closes Wcsu Campuses Western Connecticut State University in Fairfield County has closed for the day because of a water main break. The break took place in Danbury on the Westside early Friday, Jan. 19.  According to college officials, both WestConn campuses -- Midtown on White Street and Westside off Lake Avenue Extension -- are closed.  Level 1 staff (essential workers) are required to report at their normal work times. For more information about work procedures during winter weather events, click here. All dining services on the Westside campus will be unavailable due to the water main break. Th…
Amid Downpours, Briarcliff Manor Residents Told To Conserve Water Amid Downpours, Briarcliff Manor Residents Told To Conserve Water
Amid Downpours, Briarcliff Manor Residents Told To Conserve Water As rain pounds the region and the wind howls, one Northern Westchester municipality is being told to conserve water after a large main break. The break occurred in the village of Briarcliff Manor around 5 a.m., Monday, Dec. 18 along Sleepy Hollow Road, leading to a disruption in water supply and pressure for residents along the roadway. Related story: Potent Storm With Drenching Rain, Damaging Winds Causing Power Outages, Flooding, Road Closures As of 8:30 a.m., officials with the Briarcliff Manor Public Works Department said crews, working in the downpours, have located the break a…
Water Main Break Slows Traffic In Upper Merion Water Main Break Slows Traffic In Upper Merion
Water Main Break Slows Traffic In Upper Merion Officials in Upper Merion Township responded to the scene of a broken water main Wednesday morning, Oct. 25.  It happened around 8:30 a.m. near the corner of East Church Road and Yerkes Road, where traffic was shut down for crews to repair the damage, UMPD said.  As of Wednesday evening, the Aqua Pennsylvania service outage map shows an emergency shutdown on Yerkes Road from East Church Road to Shoemaker Road with an unknown number of customers affected.  The utility company estimates repairs will be complete by 9 p.m., according to its website. 
Massive Water Main Break Causes Chaos For Students, Staff At University Of Maryland Massive Water Main Break Causes Chaos For Students, Staff At University Of Maryland
Massive Water Main Break Causes Chaos For Students, Staff At University Of Maryland Crews are working around the clock to repair a major water main break that left dozens of buildings without or with limited pressure at the University of Maryland and surrounding areas on Monday. On Monday, Oct. 23, the University announced that some students and staff members were forced to work from home due to the break, which impacted nearly 50 building at the school's College Park campus, including academic, administrative, and residence halls. Due to a water main break, there is a water outage impacting multiple buildings on campus. Crews are working to restore pressure. Out of an…
Street Turns To River After 107-Year-Old Water Main Ruptures In Troy (Developing) Street Turns To River After 107-Year-Old Water Main Ruptures In Troy (Developing)
Street Turns To River After 107-Year-Old Water Main Ruptures In Troy (Developing) Crews are responding to a “substantial” water main break in the region that has inundated a residential neighborhood with a torrent of flood water. The Rensselaer County incident happened at around 2:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 18 in Troy’s Lansingburgh neighborhood, near 7th Avenue and 124th Street. According to city officials, a 30-inch cast iron water main running along 124th Street broke somewhere between 6th and 7th avenues. The water main was installed in 1916 and is one of the two major distribution lines flowing from the water treatment plant. In a photo shared by the city, a significa…
Water Main Break Opens Gaping Hole Off Route 208 Water Main Break Opens Gaping Hole Off Route 208
Water Main Break Opens Gaping Hole Off Route 208 A water main break Friday afternoon closed the entrance and exit ramps at a Route 208 interchange in Fair Lawn. The ramps along northbound Route 208 at Berdan Avenue off Plaza Road were affected after the road buckled under the water pressure, leaving a gaping hole, shortly after lunchtime Sept. 8. No vehicle damage or incidents were reported as a result. However, many residents reported brown water coming out of their taps. RIgs at the nearby Fair Lawn Volunteer Ambulance Corps had to be removed before they got trapped. Berdan Avenue off Plaza Road off Route 208 was affected.Boyd A. …
New Update: Route 100A Reopens After Water Main Break In Hartsdale New Update: Route 100A Reopens After Water Main Break In Hartsdale
New Update: Route 100A Reopens After Water Main Break In Hartsdale New Update: West Hartsdale Avenue (Route 100A) is now open in both directions, according to Greenburgh Police.  Original Report: A major water main break could result in part of a busy route being closed for an entire day in Westchester as well as the loss of water for nearby residents.  The water main break was discovered on Monday night, Aug. 21 in Hartsdale on West Hartsdale Avenue (Route 100A) near the hamlet's fire station, Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner announced.  Although work on the repairs continued throughout the night into Tuesday morning, Aug. …
Water Main Break Floods Route 4 Exit In Paramus Water Main Break Floods Route 4 Exit In Paramus
Water Main Break Floods Route 4 Exit In Paramus A water main break in Paramus on Thursday flooded part of Route 4 and closed a busy exit ramp. Construction crews working near the exit ramp for Paramus Road off the westbound highway accidentally punctured the 16-inch main shortly before noon Aug. 17. It unleashed a mini flood that filled the exit with nearly a foot of water and closed Route 4's left lane near the median. The water main break in Paramus on Thursday, Aug. 17, flooded part of westbound Route 4 and closed the busy Paramus Road exit ramp.Boyd A. Loving for DAILY VOICE A crew from Veolia got to work while Paramus police an…
Day 3 Without Water For Some Alexandria Residents Day 3 Without Water For Some Alexandria Residents
Day 3 Without Water For Some Alexandria Residents Some Alexandria residents are on their third day without water following a main break. The Alexandria water main break happened on Tuesday, Aug. 8, on the 5300 block of Duke Street.  As of Thursday, Aug. 10, residents at the London Park Towers remained without water. Residents were shuttled to the Patrick Henry Rec Center, at 4653 Tainey Ave., where drinking water and other facilities were offered, said Alexandria OEM from the scene. The city's deputy manager tells DCNewsNow he's hopeful water will be restored to residents this morning, Thursday, Aug. 10. #UPDATE “We’re hopeful the w…
36-Inch Water Main Break Closes Route 206 36-Inch Water Main Break Closes Route 206
36-Inch Water Main Break Closes Route 206 A 36-inch water main break flooded Route 206 and shut down the highway Friday, June 30, authorities said. The break occurred near an NJAW facility around South Bridge Street in Somerville around 3:45 p.m., officials said. Avoid US 206 in the Somerville Hillsborough area. Large water main break. — WestNJFireAlerts (@fire_nj) June 30, 2023 Bridgewater residents: be advised, there is a break in a water line near a NJAW facility. Some residents may experience... Posted by Bridgewater Township Government on Friday, June 30, 2023 The northbound side of the highway north of CR 608/Dukes …
Saugus Water Main Break Closes More Route 1 Lanes, Local Business Affected Saugus Water Main Break Closes More Route 1 Lanes, Local Business Affected
Saugus Water Main Break Closes More Route 1 Lanes, Local Business Affected Traffic delays backed up Route 1 traffic after more lanes were closed hours after a water main first broke, according to officials.  Drivers and local business owners alike were affected by a water main that broke in the morning of Wednesday, June 28, according to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation.  The two right Southbound lanes were closed due to an overhead sign structure that was damaged during the water main break, according to a Tweet sent by Mass DOT at 11 a.m. Overhead sign structure removal due to an earlier water main break in #Saugus on US-1-SB prior to Lynn Fel…
Water Main Break Shuts Portion Of Rt. 23 In Sussex County: DEVELOPING Water Main Break Shuts Portion Of Rt. 23 In Sussex County: DEVELOPING
Water Main Break Shuts Portion Of Rt. 23 In Sussex County: Developing A water main break shut down a portion of Rt. 23 in Sussex County Thursday, June 1, authorities said. The break occurred near Rt. 23 northbound near Rt. 94 in Hamburg around 2:05 p.m., according to NJDOT. Rt 23 northbound all lanes closed near Rt 94 in Hamburg due to watermain break. Traffic is alternating on southbound side. Follow detour or use alternate route. — NJDOT (@NewJerseyDOT) June 1, 2023 Traffic was alternated to the southbound side as emergency crews made repairs. This is a developing story. Check back for more.
Road Cracks Open, Multiple Driveways Ruined In Methuen Water Main Break Road Cracks Open, Multiple Driveways Ruined In Methuen Water Main Break
Road Cracks Open, Multiple Driveways Ruined In Methuen Water Main Break A major water pipe built in the 1930s burst, leaving 30 homes without water service. A major water main on East Street in Methuen, near Swan Street, burst around 3 a.m. on Friday, May 12, according to the City of Methuen Water Department.  A large hole, around 30 by 30 feet in size, opened up around the water main. Multiple driveways and around 70 feet of the edge of the road were lost in the incident, the Water Department told Daily Voice. East Road is closed from Russ Street to Swan Street at the East Fire Station, but the city hopes to have the roads open between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., acc…
Boil Tap Water Before Using It In West Springfield After 'Major' Water Main Burst Boil Tap Water Before Using It In West Springfield After 'Major' Water Main Burst
Boil Tap Water Before Using It In West Springfield After 'Major' Water Main Burst Officials in West Springfield warn residents to boil their tap water before consuming it after a water main broke on Tuesday, April 18, causing "dangerously lowered water pressure." The city posted this warning on its website: Due to a major water main break, certain areas in town have experienced dangerously lowered water pressure. As a result, the Water Department is issuing a boil water order for the impacted areas of town outlined below. West Springfield is working to isolate the area to conduct repairs. When water is available in the impacted area, DO NOT CONSUME TAP WATER WITHOUT BOIL…
Water Main Break Closes Road In Central Jersey Water Main Break Closes Road In Central Jersey
Water Main Break Closes Road In Central Jersey A water main break closed a road in South Brunswick, authorities said. The break occurred Friday morning, April 14 on Fresh Ponds Road between Davidson Mill Road and Church Lane, South Brunswick police said. Police asked that motorists avoid the area for the next six hours, or until about 6 p.m.
Water Slowly Returning For Hoboken Residents After Nearly 30 Hours Water Slowly Returning For Hoboken Residents After Nearly 30 Hours
Water Slowly Returning For Hoboken Residents After Nearly 30 Hours Hoboken residents were just starting to get their water back on Tuesday evening, Feb. 28, nearly 30 hours after a 16-inch main broke on Monday, Feb. 27. Crews worked overnight and all day Tuesday to repair the main at Observer and Madison streets, and the city set up "water buffalos" for residents to stock up. These “water buffalos” are set up throughout @CityofHoboken. You have to bring your own containers to fill up. This water is sanitary and completely safe to drink. pic.twitter.com/1Tiw3STIge — Hoboken OEM (@HobokenOEM) February 28, 2023 Schools were closed and Hoboken Hospital ev…
Here's What We Know About Massive Water Main Break In Northern Baltimore Here's What We Know About Massive Water Main Break In Northern Baltimore
Here's What We Know About Massive Water Main Break In Northern Baltimore Residents and businesses in Northern Baltimore County have been asked to reduce their water consumption over the next several hours following a water main break, authorities announce. The 20-inch water main break impacts residents and businesses north of Shawan Road and York Road in the Cokceysville, Hunt Valley, and Sparks communities, according to a Baltimore Department of Public Works spokesperson. Following a 20-inch water main break, residents and businesses in the Cockeysville, Hunt Valley and Sparks area in Northern Baltimore County are encouraged to reduce their water consumptio…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Water Main Break Closes Major Roadway Near Route 3 TRAFFIC ALERT: Water Main Break Closes Major Roadway Near Route 3
Traffic ALERT: Water Main Break Closes Major Roadway Near Route 3 A 12-inch water main break temporarily closed a major thoroughfare near Route 3 in Clifton. "Customers in the immediate area may experience low pressure [and] discolored or no water while repairs are made," Bryan Frierson of the Passaic Valley Water Commission said shortly after 8:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 16. "Nutley residents near the Clifton border may also be affected," he noted, adding that commuters should find alternate routes. Frierson didn't say when they expect repairs will be completed. "Thank you for your patience as we work quickly and safely to remediate the issue," he wrote in …
Water Main Break Causes 'Frozen Street Conditions' In Downtown Port Chester Water Main Break Causes 'Frozen Street Conditions' In Downtown Port Chester
Water Main Break Causes 'Frozen Street Conditions' In Downtown Port Chester A water main break in the downtown area of a Westchester County village is causing officials to warn commuters of icy streets.  The break happened on Wednesday morning, Dec. 28 in Port Chester along New Broad Street behind Neri’s Bakery, according to village officials.  Despite efforts to divert water from the break, some of the runoff reached Westchester Avenue and flowed through the streets in the area. This prompted officials to warn drivers of potential icy conditions.  "Please exercise caution when driving downtown this morning as running water and low temperatures…
Wilmington Residents Without Water After Christmas Eve Main Break: Officials Wilmington Residents Without Water After Christmas Eve Main Break: Officials
Wilmington Residents Without Water After Christmas Eve Main Break: Officials Multiple residents in Wilmington will be without water for several hours because of a massive pipe burst on Christmas Eve, officials said. The main break happened in the Kilmarnock Street was reported around 1:45 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 24, according to Wilmington Police and the Department of Public Works (DPW) on Twitter. Crews are working to repair an unexpected water main break in the Kilmarnock / Morgan / Fletcher neighborhood. We will work as efficiently as possible to ensure service is returned to normal as quickly as possible this Christmas Eve.#WilmingtonMA pic.twitter.com/B0pqAP…
Manayunk Water Main Break Floods Philly Streets Manayunk Water Main Break Floods Philly Streets
Manayunk Water Main Break Floods Philly Streets A water main break in Philadelphia's Manayunk section caused the streets to flood early on Wednesday, Dec. 21, municipal officials say.  The break occurred on the 100 block of Conarroe Street at about 8 a.m., Water Department representatives told Daily Voice. Emergency crews shut down an 8-inch main after assessing the scene, they added.  Properties in the "immediate area" might be without water as crews continue to fix the break, the department said. The repairs have been scheduled and officials say they hope to restore service as soon as possible. Philly water customers wh…
Water Main Break Sends Montgomery County Public School Students Home Early Water Main Break Sends Montgomery County Public School Students Home Early
Water Main Break Sends Montgomery County Public School Students Home Early Several Montgomery County schools closed after a water main break in Germantown, reports My Montgomery Community Media. Northwest and Seneca Valley High Schools dismissed students at 11:30 a.m., while Great Seneca Creek and Clopper Mill elementary schools closed at 12:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 16 continues the outlet. Emergency repairs are being made to a 24-inch water main on Clopper Road after the main broke, causing water service interruption to the area. Two water mains previously broke in the area back in August. To read the full story by My Montgomery Community Media, click here.
Water Main Break In Shrewsbury Means Outages, Possible Discolored Water Water Main Break In Shrewsbury Means Outages, Possible Discolored Water
Water Main Break In Shrewsbury Means Outages, Possible Discolored Water Authorities in Shrewsbury are warning residents of possibly discolored water and outages after a water main burst on Straw Hollow Lane on Monday, Dec. 12.  The town's Water & Sewer Division is working to repair the break, but workers will need to shut off the water in that area for six to eight hours. Residents may notice discolored water out of their faucets during the repairs.  The Water & Sewer Division is currently responding to a water main break on Straw Hollow Lane. Crews are working to isolate the section of main to make repairs. Water is expected to be off on Straw Holl…