Northeast Water Main Break at Intersection of 50th and Foote

September 28, 2004

A water main break in the vicinity of 50th and Foote Streets, N.E. is affecting residents in the area, including those who live and work on Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue and Fitch Street.

Two DC WASA crews have been called in to work on the repair.

Residents may experience no or low water during the repair, which is expected to last between six and 12 hours.

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