KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A water main break has closed the road from 67th and Quivira to Gum Springs Park in Shawnee. Both directions are affected.
The city of Shawnee reports the closure is in effect until further notice as an emergency repair is needed.
A spokesperson for Water One told KSHB 41 the break was reported around 8:30 a.m. Tuesday for a 16-inch main.
Photos posted on social media by the city show the damage thus far.
ROAD CLOSURE: 67th and Quivira to Gum Springs Park is closed both ways for an emergency repair until further notice. We will update as more information becomes available.
— City of Shawnee, KS (@CityofShawneeKS) May 30, 2023
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This is a developing story and may be updated.
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