KIRKLAND, Wash. — Emergency crews were called to NE 132nd Street and 116th Way NE in Kirkland for a water main break. just after midnight Thursday.
A 10-inch main ruptured and water flooded the intersection.
The water was shut off shortly after 1:30 a.m. and public utilities workers are trying to fix the leak and determine a cause for the rupture.
132nd Street is back open, but 116th Way NE remains closed in both directions south of 132nd.
Southbound 116th Way NE south of 132nd street buckled as a result of the water main break and will likely remain closed through the day Thursday.
Northbound 116th Way NE should reopen sometime Thursday morning.
The Kingsgate Park and Ride is open and can be accessed from NE 128th Street.
The Northshore Utility District tells us all customers have water. However, it is possible some may see discolored water coming from their tap.
Here is what they are telling customers:
The water is safe to drink. Any discoloration is caused by existing sediment inside of the water pipes and is not the result of any contaminates entering the water system.
Please run the cold water at the highest part of the property for 10 to 15 minutes or until water runs clean. If "dirty" water persists, please contact the District office at (425)398-4400.
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