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Water Main Break

Monsey, NY
News
Sinkhole Develops On Busy Monsey Road Sinkhole Develops On Busy Monsey Road
Sinkhole Develops On Busy Monsey Road Drivers in Rockland County are being warned about delays after a large sinkhole and water main break developed along a busy roadway on Monday, May 18. The incident happened on Main Street in front of the entrance to the Rockland Kosher Supermarket at 27 Orchard St., The Monsey Scoop reported.  Ramapo Police responded to the scene and were awaiting the arrival of the water company as of Monday afternoon, the outlet reported.  Motorists were urged to use caution in the area and expect traffic delays while crews assess and repair the damage.  More details about the cause …

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by Ben Crnic
Gaithersburg, MD
Schools
Water Main Break Shuts Roads, Forces Early Dismissal At Wootton High School (DEVELOPING) Water Main Break Shuts Roads, Forces Early Dismissal At Wootton High School (DEVELOPING)
Water Main Break Shuts Roads, Forces Early Dismissal At Wootton High School (Developing) A major water main break in Maryland shut down roads and forced an early dismissal at a local high school on Friday morning. The issue unfolded around 9 a.m. on Friday, April 10, in the 2100 block of Wootton Parkway, where a large water main break triggered multiple road closures, Montgomery County Police said. The disruption also impacted Wootton High School, prompting officials to send students home early. 🚧 Traffic Advisory – Road Closure 🚧The Rockville City Police Department advises that Wootton Parkway is currently closed in both directions in front of Thomas S. Wootton High School…

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by Zak Failla
Monsey, NY
Police & Fire
Plow Trucks, Snowblower Catch Fire During Winter Storm In Monsey, Haverstraw Plow Trucks, Snowblower Catch Fire During Winter Storm In Monsey, Haverstraw
Plow Trucks, Snowblower Catch Fire During Winter Storm In Monsey, Haverstraw Multiple plow trucks and a snowblower caught fire in Rockland County during the intense winter storm, prompting a response from firefighters in snowy conditions.  In Monsey, a plow truck caught fire on Nissan Court during the storm, The Monsey Scoop reported.  According to the outlet, the Monsey Fire Department responded and quickly extinguished the flames. The Ramapo Police Department and Chaverim of Rockland were also called to the scene.   A separate plow truck fire was reported in Haverstraw, where firefighters were dispatched to 12 Frederick St., according to The M…

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by Ben Crnic
Middletown-Wallkill, NY
Schools
Water Main Break Forces Emergency Early Dismissal At Middletown High School Water Main Break Forces Emergency Early Dismissal At Middletown High School
Water Main Break Forces Emergency Early Dismissal At Middletown High School A water main break prompted an emergency early dismissal at an Orange County high school on Tuesday morning, Jan. 6, district officials announced.  The Enlarged City School District of Middletown said at around 9:20 a.m. that Middletown High School would follow its regular bell schedule through the end of Period 5, with students dismissed at 11:25 a.m. due to the issue.  As a result of the early closure, PM BOCES classes were canceled, and affected students were issued Z day passes and also dismissed at 11:25 a.m., the district said. All after-school activities and athletic events…

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by Ben Crnic
Waterbury, CT
Police & Fire
Waterbury Schools Closed For 2nd Day As Water Main Break Fallout Continues Waterbury Schools Closed For 2nd Day As Water Main Break Fallout Continues
Waterbury Schools Closed For 2nd Day As Water Main Break Fallout Continues Schools in Waterbury will remain closed Tuesday, Dec. 16, as crews continue repairing a massive water main break that has left an estimated 60,000 to 70,000 residents without water, according to WFSB. City officials say they have a plan to restore service. Mayor Paul K. Pernerewski said progress is being made, but a citywide boil water order remains in effect and most residents still lack safe drinking water. The outage stems from a major water main break on Thomaston Avenue Friday that was larger than first believed, forcing crews to work through the weekend. A bypass line has been install…

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by Josh Lanier
Rutherford, NJ
Traffic
Water Main Break Shuts Down Lanes On Route 17 In Rutherford Water Main Break Shuts Down Lanes On Route 17 In Rutherford
Water Main Break Shuts Down Lanes On Route 17 In Rutherford A water main break caused major traffic disruptions on Route 17 southbound in Rutherford early Friday morning, Dec. 12.  As of 6:21 a.m., the break was reported near Highland Cross, where two of the three left lanes were closed to traffic, the NJDOT site said. The closure affected the southbound side of the highway during peak commuting hours, creating delays for drivers traveling through the area. Motorists were urged to use caution and expect slowdowns while crews worked at the scene, officials said. No estimated time was immediately given for when all lanes would reopen.

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by Cecilia Levine
Paramus, NJ
Police & Fire
Garden State Plaza Evacuated Due To Water Main Break: Police Garden State Plaza Evacuated Due To Water Main Break: Police
Garden State Plaza Evacuated Due To Water Main Break: Police Westfield's Garden State Plaza in Paramus was forced to close Tuesday, Sept. 23, due to a water main break, police said. The incident occurred around 4:45 p.m., according to Paramus Police. Authorities announced the closure of the shopping center “until further notice.” It wasn't immediately clear where the break was located. Daily Voice reached out to police for further information.

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by Cecilia Levine
Paterson, NJ
News
Second Major Water Main Break In Days Rocks Thousands Across Paterson, Fair Lawn Second Major Water Main Break In Days Rocks Thousands Across Paterson, Fair Lawn
Second Major Water Main Break In Days Rocks Thousands Across Paterson, Fair Lawn A 42-inch water main break in the Riverside section of Paterson and Fair Lawn has left thousands of residents and businesses under a boil water advisory — the second major break in the area in just days. Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC) crews were installing line stops Monday, Aug. 25, at North 1st and Arch streets to temporarily block water flow so repairs could be made with minimal disruption, PVWC said. The work is expected to help restore water service to Paterson’s Riverside section and to Fair Lawn, which buys water wholesale from PVWC. Daily Voice has asked PVWC for an estimate…

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by Cecilia Levine
Paterson, NJ
News
Day 4 Without Water For Thousands Of Passaic County Residents Day 4 Without Water For Thousands Of Passaic County Residents
Day 4 Without Water For Thousands Of Passaic County Residents Thousands of residents in Paterson, Prospect Park, Haledon, and North Haledon remain under a boil water advisory (and many without water at all) after a 30-inch main broke near Hinchliffe Stadium on Friday, Aug. 8, according to Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC). Repairs are expected to be completed within 24 to 36 hours, PVWC said Sunday, Aug. 10. Crews have begun a “more complex approach to cut off the flow” in hopes of isolating the leak today. Residents may still have low or no water pressure and discolored water. “Please continue to boil your water or use bottled water until you ar…

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by Cecilia Levine
Paterson, NJ
News
Boil Water Advisory Issued For Entire City Of Paterson After Water Main Break Boil Water Advisory Issued For Entire City Of Paterson After Water Main Break
Boil Water Advisory Issued For Entire City Of Paterson After Water Main Break A major water main break in Paterson has prompted a boil water advisory for the entire city, officials with the Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC) announced Friday, Aug. 8. The break occurred near Hinchliffe Stadium, triggering concerns over water safety for residents and businesses across Paterson. “This advisory is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice,” PVWC said. Boil water before use: That includes drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, making ice, and washing dishes. Water should be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute, then cooled before us…

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by Cecilia Levine
Tappan-Blauvelt, NY
Traffic
Water Main Break Closes Route 303 Stretch In Orangetown Water Main Break Closes Route 303 Stretch In Orangetown
Water Main Break Closes Route 303 Stretch In Orangetown A water main break has forced crews to close a stretch of Route 303 in Rockland County as crews make repairs.  The break happened on Tuesday, July 22 at around 3 a.m. on Route 303 in Orangetown beween Route 340 and Stevens Way, according to traffic reports from 511NY.  Both directions of the roadway are now closed in the area as repairs are made.  Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 

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by Ben Crnic
Port Chester, NY
News
Water Main Break Forces Closure Of Busy Shopping Center In Port Chester Water Main Break Forces Closure Of Busy Shopping Center In Port Chester
Water Main Break Forces Closure Of Busy Shopping Center In Port Chester A busy shopping center in Westchester County was forced to shut down after a water main break disrupted operations. The Village of Port Chester announced on Wednesday, April 16, that the Gateway Shopping Center on Boston Post Road has closed all of its stores due to the break. Crews are currently working to make repairs, officials said at around 2:10 p.m.  The center, which is home to several major retail chains, is expected to reopen on Thursday, “progress permitting,” village officials said. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 

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by Ben Crnic
Northern Valley, NJ
Police & Fire
Hidden Sinkhole Swallows Car In Rockleigh Hidden Sinkhole Swallows Car In Rockleigh
Hidden Sinkhole Swallows Car In Rockleigh A driver is lucky to be alive after his red sedan plunged into a massive sinkhole in Bergen County early Friday morning, April 4, police said. At approximately 5:35 a.m., the Northvale Police Department was dispatched to the area of 6 Volvo Dr. in Rockleigh for a reported road collapse involving a motor vehicle, according to a statement from Northvale police. Officers found that the roadway had collapsed due to a major water main break that happened overnight. Police say the driver couldn’t see the sinkhole because it was hidden beneath a large amount of water. He was able to escape on his…

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by Cecilia Levine
Cortlandt, NY
Traffic
Stretch Of Road Near School In Cortlandt Closed After Water Main Break Stretch Of Road Near School In Cortlandt Closed After Water Main Break
Stretch Of Road Near School In Cortlandt Closed After Water Main Break A stretch of road near a middle school in Northern Westchester is closed to traffic thanks to a water main break.  Watch Hill Road from Furnace Dock Road to Furnace Woods Road in the town of Cortlandt is closed as crews repair the break, Cortlandt officials announced on Friday, Jan. 24 just before 8 a.m.  The area is near Blue Mountain Middle School. Crews have set up a detour in the area.  This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 

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by Ben Crnic
Greenburgh, NY
Schools
Water Main Break Forces Closure Of Middle, High School In Greenburgh Water Main Break Forces Closure Of Middle, High School In Greenburgh
Water Main Break Forces Closure Of Middle, High School In Greenburgh A middle and high school in Westchester will be closed on Friday, Jan. 24, due to a water main break, officials announced.  In a statement to the community, Greenburgh Superintendent Linda Iverson confirmed that water to Woodlands Middle High School has been shut off while contractors work to identify and resolve the issue. The closure impacts all students, staff, and faculty, though buildings and grounds staff are required to report to work at their regular time.  As a result of the closure, all activities scheduled for the weekend, including Saturday and Sunday events, have…

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by Ben Crnic
Hatfield, PA
Traffic
Water Main Break Shuts Down Busy Hatfield Route Water Main Break Shuts Down Busy Hatfield Route
Water Main Break Shuts Down Busy Hatfield Route A water main break has led to the closure of a key route in Hatfield, police announced on Monday, Jan. 21 at 9:45 a.m. The closure affects the area between Fairgrounds Road and Forty Foot Road, according to police. Crews from the North Penn Water Authority are working to repair the break as quickly as possible. Police are urging drivers not to bypass barriers that may be placed along the roadway. Motorists should use alternate routes and avoid the area until repairs are completed.

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by Jillian Pikora
Wayne, NJ
News
Sinkhole Swallows Car, Tractor Trailer After Water Main Breaks In Wayne Sinkhole Swallows Car, Tractor Trailer After Water Main Breaks In Wayne
Sinkhole Swallows Car, Tractor Trailer After Water Main Breaks In Wayne A water main eruption Thursday, Jan 16 in Wayne caused the roadway to buckle and left a tractor-trailer and car stranded in large craters, police said. The North Jersey Water Commission water main on Demarest Drive, an industrial area of the township, broke around 5:13 p.m., according to Detective Capt. Dan Daly of the Wayne Police Department. Wayne officers closed Demarest Drive to additional traffic. The tractor-trailer was towed from the scene, while the driver of the car had to be rescued by Wayne Fire Department personnel using an aerial tower truck. The driver declined medical attenti…

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by Cecilia Levine
Hershey, PA
Schools
Water Main Break Causes Sinkhole Near Hershey Schools: Police Water Main Break Causes Sinkhole Near Hershey Schools: Police
Water Main Break Causes Sinkhole Near Hershey Schools: Police A sinkhole caused by a water main break shut down traffic near Hershey Elementary and Middle School, Derry Township police announced on Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 1:20 p.m. The road closed in both directions, police said. Drivers heading to Hershey High School and Middle School were advised to access the area via Route 322/Governor Road, while traffic to Hershey Elementary and ECC was advised to use Route 422/Chocolate Avenue, according to the release. The incident disrupted traffic near the schools, but the area reopened by 7:32 a.m. the following day, according to the police. 

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by Jillian Pikora
Gaithersburg, MD
Lifestyle
Nearly 2M Montgomery, Prince George's County Residents Urged To 'Conserve Water:' WSSC Nearly 2M Montgomery, Prince George's County Residents Urged To 'Conserve Water:' WSSC
Nearly 2M Montgomery, Prince George's County Residents Urged To 'Conserve Water:' Wssc A series of water main breaks is causing chaos for some in the region, forcing WSSC Water to encourage customers to limit their water use while crews make repairs. "WSSC Water continues to urge all 1.9 million customers in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties to only use water for essential purposes effective immediately," the company posted online. "At this time, water is safe and there is no need to boil before essential use."  The urgent essential-water-use-only request is being issued due to a significant increase in the number of water main breaks and leaks brought on by the fr…

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by Zak Failla
Little Silver-Shrewsbury, NJ
Traffic
Major Water Main Break Creates Traffic Chaos On Route 35 In Shrewsbury (DEVELOPING) Major Water Main Break Creates Traffic Chaos On Route 35 In Shrewsbury (DEVELOPING)
Major Water Main Break Creates Traffic Chaos On Route 35 In Shrewsbury (Developing) A significant water main break has closed most of Route 35 in Shrewsbury, officials said. All northbound lanes on Route 35 were closed on Tuesday, Dec. 31, the state Department of Transportation said. Only one of two southbound lanes remained open near Broad Street (Monmouth County Route 520) and Newman Springs Road. The traffic operations center for NJDOT first reported the incident at around 5 a.m., urging drivers to use caution and plan alternate routes to avoid delays. Crews were on-site working to address the break, but officials have not yet provided a timeline for repairs …

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by Chris Spiker
Hackensack, NJ
News
Water Main Breaks Close Major Bergen County Roadways Water Main Breaks Close Major Bergen County Roadways
Water Main Breaks Close Major Bergen County Roadways Two water main breaks were reported in two Bergen County towns Thursday night, Dec. 26. According to the NJDOT site, the first was reported in Ridgefield Park, closing all lanes of Route 46 east of the Hackensack River Bridge. The other was reported in Leonia along Grand Avenue south of Fort Lee Road.  All lanes were closed in both areas as of 10:15 p.m.

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by Cecilia Levine
Verona, NJ
News
Boil Water Advisory Issued For Verona After Water Main Break: Township Boil Water Advisory Issued For Verona After Water Main Break: Township
Boil Water Advisory Issued For Verona After Water Main Break: Township A water main break has caused the Township of Verona to issue a boil water advisory on Thursday, Dec. 26, authorities said. The water main break occurred this morning, Verona police said. Verona Department of Public Works, police, fire and the Office of Emergency Management are actively working on the situation, the township said. "You may experience periods of no service, low pressure and discolored water,"  the township warned. A boil water advisory means any water that will be used for cleaning, human or pet consumption should be boiled and cooled first, the township said. Res…

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by Sam Barron
Edison, NJ
News
Massive Water Main Break In Edison Leaves Residents Without Water Massive Water Main Break In Edison Leaves Residents Without Water
Massive Water Main Break In Edison Leaves Residents Without Water A 20-inch water main break disrupted water service for Edison residents early Thursday morning, Dec. 26, leaving many with little to no water pressure, officials said. The break occurred around midnight near the intersection of M Lane and Woodbridge Avenue. Areas impacted include Woodbridge Avenue, Route 27, and stretches up to Talmadge, according to Edison Mayor Sam Joshi. “Residents will experience a low to no water pressure at the present moment,” the mayor explained. Crews have been working through the night to isolate the break and begin repairs. Officials are urging patience, as…

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by Cecilia Levine
Warren, NJ
Schools
Warren Township Schools Delayed After Water Main Break Warren Township Schools Delayed After Water Main Break
Warren Township Schools Delayed After Water Main Break A water main break at Watchung Hills Regional High School caused schools to open on a two-hour delay on Friday, Nov. 15, the district said. The water main break occurred overnight and affected both the high school and district transportation, the school district said. Classes begin at 9:30 a.m., the district said.

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by Sam Barron
Somerville, NJ
News
Water Main Break Closes Somerville Schools Water Main Break Closes Somerville Schools
Water Main Break Closes Somerville Schools A water main break caused Somerville Public Schools to be closed on Wednesday, Oct. 30, the district announced.  Hey Bulldogs! School will be closed today, Wednesday October 30th! Posted by Somerville Public School District on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 The water main break occurred on the border of Raritan and Somerville, the Raritan Police Department said Route 206 North is closed between Dukes Parkway and Orlando Drive, police said. Raritan residents will experience water usage issues, police said.  "We are working with NJ American Water and our local emerg…

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by Sam Barron
Hoboken, NJ
News
Service Restored After Water Main Break In Hoboken Service Restored After Water Main Break In Hoboken
Service Restored After Water Main Break In Hoboken Service has been restored to Hoboken residents after a water main break Tuesday morning, Oct. 29, officials said. The 12-inch leak occurred around 8 a.m. at 5th and Clinton. Water pressure throughout the system was stabilized as of noon.

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by Cecilia Levine
Haverhill, MA
Traffic
Expect Heavy Traffic In Haverhill, Methuen After Water Main Bursts Causes I-495 Sinkhole: DOT Expect Heavy Traffic In Haverhill, Methuen After Water Main Bursts Causes I-495 Sinkhole: DOT
Expect Heavy Traffic In Haverhill, Methuen After Water Main Bursts Causes I-495 Sinkhole: DOT Massachusetts Department of Transportation officials warn drivers in Haverhill and Methuen to expect heavy delays on Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 7-8, as crews repair a sinkhole on I-495.  A water main break beneath the highway opened up the sinkhole just after Exit 106 in the southbound lanes, State Police said, forcing authorities to close two lanes. Troopers said drivers should expect major delays on the interstate through the Methuen-Haverhill corridor and on interchanges at Routes 213, 110, 97, and 125.  Officials expect to have the water main repaired Monday night. Crews ca…

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by Josh Lanier
Paramus, NJ
Police & Fire
Water Main Break Floods Portion Of Route 17 In Paramus Water Main Break Floods Portion Of Route 17 In Paramus
Water Main Break Floods Portion Of Route 17 In Paramus A water main break flooded a portion of Route 17 in Paramus on Friday, Sept. 27 around noon. Veolia Water responded to the scene to mitigate the leak, and the right lane of Route 17 South will be closed until further notice, Paramus Police Chief Robert Guidetti said. As a result, the Chipotle and the Ashley Furniture complex have been temporarily closed. Water has been flowing into the driveway and undermining parts of the highway, however, Veolia has shut the water, the chief said. Patrol units responded to manage the situation and assist with traffic control. Repairs will continue overni…

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by Cecilia Levine
Abington, PA
News
Road Closed Due To Water Main Break In Upper Merion Road Closed Due To Water Main Break In Upper Merion
Road Closed Due To Water Main Break In Upper Merion The intersection of Crooked Lane and East Church Road in Upper Merion is completely closed in all directions due to a large water main break.   Avoid the area if possible, Upper Merion police said on Wednesday, Sept. 4. The area is expected to be closed for at least 24 hours. The water company is on the scene. 

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by Jon Craig
Little Falls-Woodland Park, NJ
News
Boil Water Advisory Issued In Parts Of Passaic County Amid Water Main Break Boil Water Advisory Issued In Parts Of Passaic County Amid Water Main Break
Boil Water Advisory Issued In Parts Of Passaic County Amid Water Main Break American Water has issued a boil water advisory across parts of Passaic County. The advisory was issued Thursday, Aug. 15 at noon to American Water customers across Little Falls and Woodland Park. The advisory was the result of emergency repairs to a water main break on Notchcroft Drive in the Great Notch area of Little Falls.  Any water to used for drinking or cooking should be brought to a rolling boil for one minute. Water is okay for bathing, washing, and other common uses.  Residents will be notified when the advisory is lifted, which American Water says will be around…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lower Paxton, PA
News
Water Restrictions In Dauphin County Due To Tropical Storm Debby: Officials Water Restrictions In Dauphin County Due To Tropical Storm Debby: Officials
Water Restrictions In Dauphin County Due To Tropical Storm Debby: Officials Water restrictions are in place in Dauphin County due to Tropical Storm Debby, officials told Daily Voice on Tuesday night, Aug. 13. Veolia is urging water customers in southern Dauphin County to restrict water use as much as possible.  The heavy rains "stirred up sediment that has clogged the water treatment plant, and this temporary water restriction will preserve our stored supplies of water," the company told Dauphin County officials. This announcement came the same day as a water main break in Swatara Township, which happened around 7 a.m.  Approximately 1,200 resident…

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by Jillian Pikora