Media Advisory

Kearney Lake Road Remains Closed After Water Main Break

(Wednesday, August 8/07) - The Halifax Regional Water Commission is advising that Kearney Lake Road, between Dunbrack Street and Parkland Drive, will remain closed throughout the night due to the water main break that occurred this morning at approximately 12:00 AM.

Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes for the drive home and to follow the posted detour signage.

HRWC are anticipating repairs being carried out over night, prior to the morning rush hour.

The break has caused discolouration throughout the distribution system. The discolouration does not pose a health risk and monitoring is being carried out for quality assurance. We apologize to our customers for any inconvenience.

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Reid Campbell
Halifax Regional Water Commission
(902)490-4877

Denise Ryan
HRM Corporate Communications
(902)490-5979