Metro Water says 40 main breaks repaired; warns thaw will increase work and urges precautions

Feb 1, 2026

Metro Water Services reported 40 main breaks repaired in four days, seven active repairs, 24/7 staffing with contractors and engineers acting as first responders, and warned frozen services in some neighborhoods will require warmer temperatures to resolve.

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Metro Water Services (first referenced by the mayor and represented in the briefing) said its crews had repaired 40 water main breaks in the last four days and were managing seven active repairs while staffing operations 24/7, including contractors and additional engineering staff.

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