Officials: Three water mains break in Kansas City
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Posted: 10/13/2012
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By: 41 Action News Staff
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Some Kansas City residents experienced water pressure issues after multiple water main breaks occurred Saturday afternoon.
City officials confirmed that a 30-inch main broke near Interstate 435 and Blue River Road. Jennifer Kincaid, with the Kansas City Water Department, said that crews had repaired the break and restored service by around 6:30 p.m.
A second break occurred on 107th Terrace, just west of Holmes Road, according to an announcement from the city. That has also been repaired.
The third break occurred at 127th Street, just east of Main Street. Crews hope to have that repaired by Sunday morning, according to the announcement.
Stay with KSHB.com for updates.
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