water main break
Coverage of water main break in the Nexus archive.
- Sinister new threat in West Hollywood after water main break devastated city
A water main break caused flooding in West Hollywood, leading police to warn about opportunistic criminals targeting homes and businesses. The incident has raised concerns about increased criminal activity in the affected area.
- Crews install new section of pipe after massive water main break in West Hollywood
Crews are installing a new section of pipe following a massive water main break in West Hollywood. Cleanup and repair efforts continued on Saturday as the rupture caused water to flood the area, turning streets into raging rivers.
- West Hollywood faces long recovery from massive water main break: 'It was like whitewater rapids'
A massive water main break under Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood caused 17 million gallons of water to flood downhill neighborhoods, damaging family businesses and residents' cars and personal items. The incident was described as 'whitewater rapids' due to the intensity of the flooding.
- West Hollywood Dialog Cafe owners give timeline for reopening after water main disaster
The owners of West Hollywood’s Dialog Cafe confirmed the venue could take months to reopen after a water main burst caused severe flooding on Sunset Boulevard. The incident, involving a century-old water main, sent millions of gallons of water into the area, damaging the influencer hotspot.
- 'Everything's destroyed': Buzzy Sunset Strip cafe closes indefinitely due to water main break
A popular Sunset Strip cafe known for its viral breakfast burritos and wraps closed indefinitely due to water damage from a water main break. Owners estimate it could take months to reopen.
- Shocking new image shows damage to 100-year-old pipe at center of West Hollywood water main break
A new photo reveals significant damage to a 100-year-old pipe that ruptured in West Hollywood, causing flooding. The incident occurred on Thursday and highlights concerns about aging infrastructure.
- Water main break leaves West Hollywood facing long recovery
A water main break in West Hollywood has caused a long recovery period. The broken pipe was 110 years old, and an infrastructure improvement project was scheduled for 2031 with completion expected by 2035.
- Boil order issued for parts of Cicero following water main break
A boil order for drinking and cooking water has been issued for parts of Cicero following a water main break. The order applies to residents in affected areas.
- Water main break floods Los Angeles streets, creates massive sinkhole in West Hollywood
A massive water main break overnight caused flooding on several West Hollywood streets and resulted in a large sinkhole. The incident disrupted local infrastructure and created hazardous conditions.
- Water main break floods Los Angeles streets, creates massive sinkhole in West Hollywood
A massive water main break overnight flooded several streets in West Hollywood and created a large sinkhole. The incident caused rushing water to flood the area, impacting local roads.
- Water main break floods Los Angeles streets, creates massive sinkhole in West Hollywood
A massive water main break caused flooding and a sinkhole in West Hollywood, Los Angeles. Rushing water flooded several streets overnight.
- WeHo water main break creates sinkhole and array of street closures. Here's what to know
A water main break in West Hollywood caused a sinkhole at Sunset Boulevard and Holloway Drive, leading to street closures and detoured bus routes. Emergency crews are addressing the rupture from a 100+ year-old trunk line, with officials confirming drinking water remains safe.
- Influencer hotspot suffers ‘significant damage’ in West Hollywood water main break: ‘Don’t yet know’ when they’ll reopen
A popular West Hollywood cafe frequented by influencers sustained significant damage due to a water main break. The extent of the damage is described as debilitating, and there is currently no estimated timeline for reopening.
- The Sunset Strip Becomes a Gushing River After Water Main Break
A major water main break caused the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood to flood, transforming it into a gushing river. The incident also flooded the Metro bus barn in the area.
- Water main break floods West Hollywood streets, traps cars
A water main break caused flooding in West Hollywood streets near Holloway Drive and Sunset Boulevard early Thursday morning, trapping cars and turning roads into rivers. The rupture was reported around 3 a.m. and described as a significant infrastructure issue.
- Residents flee as dangerous flooding hits WeHo, gushing water slams cars together
Residents in West Hollywood fled dangerous flooding caused by a major water main break early Thursday, leading to cars crashing into each other and water entering apartment garages. The rupture, reported around 3:55 a.m., flooded streets near Sunset Boulevard, Palm Avenue, and Hancock Avenue, trapping vehicles.
- Rushing water floods West Hollywood streets after water main break
Several streets in West Hollywood were flooded with rushing water due to a massive water main break that occurred overnight.
- Water main break in West Hollywood floods Sunset Boulevard
A water main break in West Hollywood has caused flooding on Sunset Boulevard and Holloway Drive. The incident affected a neighborhood in the area.
- Water main break floods West Hollywood streets, traps cars
A broken water main caused flooding in West Hollywood streets near Holloway Drive and Sunset Boulevard early Thursday morning, trapping cars and turning streets into rivers. Water continued to flood down the steps of an apartment building at 1023 Hancock Ave hours after the break was reported.
- 12-inch water main break causes traffic delays on Ala Moana Boulevard
A 12-inch water main break on Ala Moana Blvd near the Federal building caused traffic delays and service interruptions on Wednesday morning.
- Crews remove semi-truck that became stuck in Opa-locka sinkhole caused by water main break; driver OK
A semi-truck became stuck in a sinkhole in Opa-locka caused by a water main rupture, which was attributed to a Florida Department of Transportation contractor's directional drilling. No injuries were reported, and city officials are working to repair the damage and restore water services to affected businesses.
- Semi-truck falls into sinkhole after water main break in Opa-locka
A semi-truck fell into a sinkhole caused by a water main break in Opa-locka at the intersection of Northwest 42nd Avenue and 135th Street. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to the incident, and the driver escaped without injuries by the time police arrived. The cause of the water main break and road damage remain unknown.
- Water main break triggers Westmoreland to issue urgent boil water notice
The City of Westmoreland has issued a boil water notice due to a water main break, warning residents to boil water to avoid illness such as diarrhea and nausea.
- Westmoreland residents: You need to boil your water before drinking it. Here’s everything to know
Residents of Westmoreland, Tennessee, must boil their water due to a water main break that caused chlorine levels to drop below required standards, posing health risks from potential disease-causing organisms. The city is flushing water lines to restore proper chlorine levels but has not provided a timeline for lifting the boil water notice.
- Anson County seeks $100 million for water system repairs after major break
Anson County seeks $100 million in state funding to repair aging water infrastructure after a major break left the county without water for three days. Rep. Mark Brody is advocating for the funding, which includes $24 million for sewer projects, as Charlotte Water and other agencies work to restore clean water.
- Anson County customers may lose water service for the next few days: Officials
Anson County customers in several towns may temporarily lose water service due to an ongoing water crisis following a large water main break a week ago. The county remains under a boil water advisory.
- Water main break affecting Hermitage neighborhood
A large water main break in the Hermitage neighborhood is affecting residents on Tuesday morning. The issue continues to disrupt the area.
- Disgusting update as 85 million pounds of food rots after Boyle Heights warehouse fire
85 million pounds of food are rotting in a Boyle Heights warehouse after a fire, with a growing fly infestation and a nearby water main break exacerbating residents' frustrations.
- Repairs stalled, boil order remains after another water main break in Anson County
A boil water order remains in Anson County after two water main breaks caused system shutdowns and depleted reserves. Repairs are delayed, forcing water deliveries to affected residents, with service expected to restore by July 14. A second break has prolonged the crisis, requiring line flushing and pressure restoration before full service resumes.
- Studio City water service restored after water main break flooded major roadway
Water service in Studio City was restored after a water main break caused flooding in a neighborhood, affecting dozens of residents. The incident occurred on Sunday and led to water rushing through major streets.
- Water main break floods street, appears to damage major roadway in Studio City
A large water main break caused flooding on a major roadway in Studio City, damaging the street and impacting water service for several dozen residents.
- Water main break floods streets in Studio City
A water main break on Coldwater Canyon Avenue in Studio City caused street flooding and a road closure on Saturday afternoon. The 8-inch cast iron main broke near Woodbridge Street at around 3 p.m., prompting a response from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.
- Another water main break in Anson County: What we know
Anson County experienced a second water main break this week on Highway 74, affecting Misty Road, Sommerset Road, and Bolyin Road. Crews worked to restore water by the end of the day, while a boil water advisory remains in effect from a prior break. Customers are urged to conserve water as the system refills.
- Anson County still under boil water advisory as water system gets flushed, officials say
Anson County remains under a boil water advisory as the water system is flushed following a repaired water main break. Officials emphasize the need to boil water for safety and conserve water while pressure is restored, with the advisory expected to lift after water samples confirm safety.
- Some Dinwiddie residents may experience water pressure issues after main break
Some Dinwiddie County residents may experience water pressure issues following a water main break as of Friday morning.
- Residents in Anson County asked to ‘urgently’ conserve water
Residents in Anson County, N.C., were urged to conserve water due to a water main break and ongoing system repressurization. A boil water advisory remains in effect, and chlorine is being added to disinfect the water system.
- Anson County residents asked not to call 911 about water issues as restoration continues
Anson County residents are being asked to avoid calling 911 for water-related issues as water service restoration continues following a major water main break. Water service is gradually returning to homes and businesses in the area.
- Water service slowly returns to Anson County after major water main break, boil advisory remains in place
Water service is gradually being restored in Anson County, North Carolina, following a major 24-inch water main break near Wadesboro that disrupted service for over 16 hours. Repairs were completed overnight around 4:30 a.m., but a boil advisory remains in place.
- Anson County residents wait more than 24 hours for water after main break
Anson County residents experienced a water outage after a water main break in Wadesboro on July 7, with water pressure slowly returning by July 8. A boil water advisory remains in effect, and some areas, like Peachland, continued to wait for full restoration. Charlotte Water attributed the break to extreme heat and drought conditions affecting underground water lines.
- Crowley water main break leads to boil water notice
A water main break in Crowley has resulted in a boil water notice as the water supply to residents has dropped to critical levels.