Water main break in Ross Township closes road, damages building

ROSS TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Crews are currently working on a water main break in Ross Township.

Ross Deputy Police Chief Brian Kohlepp says the water main break happened on Evergreen Road between Kentzel and Siebert roads.

West View Water Authority officials say the leak is from an 8-inch water main, and water should be restored by late Sunday afternoon.

Channel 11 crews on scene saw water running down the hillside from Evergreen Road and onto Babcock Boulevard.

Deputy Chief Kohlepp says there is damage and flooding at an office building along Babcock Boulevard. The owner is aware of the situation.

There is also minor damage to the plaza at the corner of Babcock Boulevard and Siebert Street.

Kohlepp says Evergreen Road will be shut down indefinitely while crews work to fix the issue.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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