Copiague Water Main Break: 54 Customers Lose Water Amidst Freezing Temperatures

Frozen Flood in Copiague

• ❄️ A water main burst occurred on Oak Street off Great Neck Road in Copiague this morning, causing an icy flood.
• ⚠️ The extreme cold is cited as the cause for the 12-inch main rupture.

Impact on Residents and Businesses

• 💧 54 customers are without water for an extended period, including several businesses.
• 🏘️ Multiple buildings on the block are affected, with tenants reporting no water.

Repair Efforts and Public Advisory

• 🛠️ Crews are working to repair the main, facing challenges due to asphalt and snow accumulation.
• 📞 The Suffach County Water Authority advises customers to report lower than normal water pressure, as it may indicate a problem.

Broader Context of Water Main Issues

• 📈 This incident is one of three water main breaks in Suffach County today, but it was the most significant.
• 🥶 Freezing temperatures are making such issues fairly common in the region.