(FALL RIVER, MA- August 31, 2022)- A water leak has been discovered on the RT79 South
on ramp of North Main Street.

 

 To allow for repairs, an emergency shutdown of water service
will take place starting this evening, August 31st, 2022 from 10:00pm until early morning
tomorrow, Thursday, September 1, 2022.

 

At this time, the customers impacted will be businesses and residential customers on
North Main Street from Weetamoe Street north to Herman Street.

 

 The Department of
Community Utilities is working to notify as many businesses and property owners of the 10:00
pm shutdown

 

. Water is expected to be restored by the early morning.
The only anticipated traffic impact will be the RT 79 southbound on-ramp, which will
need to remain closed during repairs.

 

With additional questions or concerns, please contact the Water Department Emergency
telephone number at 508-324-2720.