![]() ![]() ![]() We will continue to update you here and on /i7DHuYeWQw Department of Environmental Protection stopped the water flow, and we are currently pumping water out of the system. We are working hard to restore service after a water main break at Broadway and 66th St. MTA officials said the flooded water even reached the third rail. The transit agency projected full service to be restored for most of rush hour.Įarlier in the day, according to transit officials, the MTA had to pump out water after it entered the system through an emergency exit stairwell. The MTA suspended subway service on the 1,2 and 3 lines between 96th and 42nd Streets for most of the day and rerouted several bus lines. The MTA says the city owns the water main. As a result, traffic will be diverted around the area for the next few days, and some side streets will see periodic closures.Ĭrews were investigating the cause of the water main break. Officials added that the water was safe and crews will conduct on-site water quality tests.Ĭrews were expected to dig up a southbound stretch of Broadway to make repairs. They were urged to let it run until it was clear. The city Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) said residents and businesses may notice discolored water coming from their faucets. Officials said it will likely take several days to fully restore water service. Several buildings have water damage in their basements. The city has not confirmed the total amount of water that burst out of the water main, but the MTA said more than 500,000 gallons flooded into the subway near the 66th Street Station. ![]()
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