Crime & Safety
Quincy Water Main Break Shuts Down Newport Avenue
The surrounding area was closed for a massive water main break.
QUINCY, MA - A major water main break closed down Newport Avenue near Furnace Brook Parkway Wednesday night.
Motorists were asked to avoid the area at about 6 p.m., with the road expected to be reopened for the morning commute. The Quincy DPW told NBC Boston that the break was caused by a rusted bolt that holds the pipes together and blew the top off the connector.
The break caused 20 homes to be without water.
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The City of Quincy said on Quincy that rust-colored water is normal following a big change in pressure like a main break. Residents are advised to run cold water until it clears up. If that does not work by the morning, you can call the DPW at 617-376-1910.
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I mean wow, that's a geyser ! #Quincy #Fox25 pic.twitter.com/AHUejbZGZ8
— Bill Sheerin (@AssignGuy) April 12, 2017
Good perspective here, the water is shooting much higher than the structures & telephone poles.. #Quincy #Fox25 pic.twitter.com/b7VwMlo1oX
— Bill Sheerin (@AssignGuy) April 12, 2017
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Quincy DPW says water will be restored within minutes and are hoping Newport Ave will be open by morning commute. pic.twitter.com/AmKfgNxvLU
— Tim Caputo (@Tim_Caputo) April 13, 2017
Dan Libon contributed to this report.
Image via Quincy Police Department Facebook page
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