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Water Main Break Compromises Stretch Of Busy Westchester Road, Causes Closure Water Main Break Compromises Stretch Of Busy Westchester Road, Causes Closure
Water Main Break Compromises Stretch Of Busy Westchester Road, Causes Closure Police have closed part of a busy road in Westchester following a water main break that potentially compromised the roadway's structure.  The main break was found on Thursday morning, Aug. 1 in the area of Riverdale Avenue and Vark Street in Yonkers, according to Yonkers Police. After the water main break was discovered, authorities also determined that part of the roadway in the area of 79 Riverdale Ave. was "potentially compromised" as a result of the break, according to the department.  This resulted in police closing Riverdale Avenue between Prospect Street and Vark Street. A…

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by Ben Crnic
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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…

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by Ben Crnic
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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…

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by Ben Crnic
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Amid Downpours, This Westchester Village Told To Conserve Water: Here's Why Amid Downpours, This Westchester Village Told To Conserve Water: Here's Why
Amid Downpours, This Westchester Village Told To Conserve Water: Here's Why 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…

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by Kathy Reakes
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New Update: Busy Route Reopens After Water Main Break In Westchester New Update: Busy Route Reopens After Water Main Break In Westchester
New Update: Busy Route Reopens After Water Main Break In Westchester 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. …

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by Ben Crnic
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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…

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by Ben Crnic
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Water Main Break Causing Delays On Busy Road In Westchester County Water Main Break Causing Delays On Busy Road In Westchester County
Water Main Break Causing Delays On Busy Road In Westchester County Police are warning commuters to avoid a busy road in Westchester County due to delays caused by an active water main break.  The break happened on Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 16 in Yonkers on Saw Mill River Road (Route 9A) between Ashburton Avenue and Palmer Road, according to an announcement from Yonkers Police from around 4 p.m.  Motorists are advised to plan an alternate route to avoid the water main break.  This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 

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by Ben Crnic
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Left Without Water: Water Main Breaks In Westchester County Left Without Water: Water Main Breaks In Westchester County
Left Without Water: Water Main Breaks In Westchester County A water main break in Westchester County is leaving some people without water.  The break was discovered on Wednesday, Nov. 9 in Hartsdale on Meadowview Drive, causing some residents to lose water access, according to an alert from the Town of Greensburgh.  The town's public works department is now working to make the necessary repairs, and the cause of the break has been identified, Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said.  Feiner also said the break may impact water quality as well. "It's a big break so residents may experience brown water. Leave the water running for 20 minutes…

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by Ben Crnic
Schools
Water Main Break Leads To Early Dismissal At High School, Middle School In Westchester Water Main Break Leads To Early Dismissal At High School, Middle School In Westchester
Water Main Break Leads To Early Dismissal At High School, Middle School In Westchester A water main break has resulted in early dismissals at a high school and middle school in Westchester. The break "involves a significant 12-inch pipe that has no timeline for completion," Mount Pleasant Central School Superintendent Peter Giarrizzo said in an email to the community late Thursday morning, May 12.  Giarrizzo said there is currently no water at both Westlake High School, Westlake Middle School and the district office. As a result, students from both schools were dismissed at 11:15 a.m. Thursday. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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by Joe Lombardi
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Water Shut Off For Hundreds In Westchester After Main Break Water Shut Off For Hundreds In Westchester After Main Break
Water Shut Off For Hundreds In Westchester After Main Break Hundreds in Westchester woke up without water as a main break caused trouble for city employees as they worked to make repairs overnight. The Yonkers Department of Public Works was forced to perform an emergency water shutdown late on Monday, Aug. 16, heading into Tuesday, Aug. 17, due to a main break that impacted certain city neighborhoods. Officials said that as a result, the west side of Central Park Avenue from Palmer Avenue North to Stokes Road, Arlington Street, Winchester Avenue, Burbank Street, Wainwright Street, and Ravenswood Road were temporarily left without water. People liv…

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by Zak Failla
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Water Main Break Causing Traffic Delays In Westchester Water Main Break Causing Traffic Delays In Westchester
Water Main Break Causing Traffic Delays In Westchester Police are altering motorists and town of Greenburgh residents of a major water main break that is impeding traffic. The break occurred late Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 28, on Dobbs Ferry Road (Route 100B), between Tarrytown Road and Terrace Street, said Greenburgh Police. Drivers may experience delays traveling through the area and police are asking motorists to use caution.  No timetable is available for the completion of the work at this time, police said. Greenburgh water customers in the area may experience a brief loss of service, reduced water pressure, or…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Water Main Break Closes Busy Westchester Roadway Water Main Break Closes Busy Westchester Roadway
Water Main Break Closes Busy Westchester Roadway A water main break is causing the closure a busy Westchester roadway. Warburton Avenue in Yonkers was closed at approximately 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, July 30 between Lamartine Avenue and Ashburton Avenue, officials said, forcing a closure of the roadway.  There was also reported flooding in the area as the city fire department works at repairing the damage. There has been no timetable set for when the road will reopen or when the water main break will be repaired.  Check Daily Voice for updates.

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by Zak Failla
Schools
Water Main Break Leads To Early Dismissals At Fox Lane High School, Middle School Water Main Break Leads To Early Dismissals At Fox Lane High School, Middle School
Water Main Break Leads To Early Dismissals At Fox Lane High School, Middle School A water main break on the Fox Lane Campus causing no water pressure, impacting toilets and all running water, resulted in early dismissal for Fox Lane High School and Fox Lane Middle School students late Thursday morning, Jan. 10.  The dismissal occurred at 11 a.m. and all after-school and evening activities on the Fox Lane Campus are canceled for Thursday. Activities at other Bedford Central schools will go on as scheduled.

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by Daily Voice
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Water Main Break Leads To Route 9A Road Closure In Greenburgh Water Main Break Leads To Route 9A Road Closure In Greenburgh
Water Main Break Leads To Route 9A Road Closure In Greenburgh A stretch of Route 9A is closed in Greenburgh following a water main break in the area. The Greenburgh Police Department issued an alert on Friday afternoon cautioning motorists that Route 9A (Saw Mill River Road) will be closed to northbound traffic between Worthington Road and White House Road due to the break. Police said that the roadway is expected to be reopened no later than 4 p.m. as crews complete repair work. Local residents may experience a significant decrease in water pressure in their homes as crews work in the area. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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by Zak Failla
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Water Main Break May Lead To Lane Closures On I-87 In Westchester Water Main Break May Lead To Lane Closures On I-87 In Westchester
Water Main Break May Lead To Lane Closures On I-87 In Westchester There may be lane closures on the New York State Thruway following a possible water main break in Yonkers. The Yonkers Police Department issued an alert at approximately 4:45 p.m. on Thursday, cautioning that a portion of the Thruway between the McLean Avenue Bridge and southern city line will see lane closures due to the reported water condition on the highway. Commuters have been warned to use extra caution while traveling through the area. Work is expected on the water main break between midnight and 5 a.m. on Friday morning.  Motorists have been asked to avoid the area, if possible. De…

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by Zak Failla