Traffic Disruptions in Savannah Due to Water Main Break

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Savannah, Georgia faced significant traffic disruptions and a temporary boil water advisory after a water main break affected a key intersection. The break, detected Sunday morning, required road closures and impacted about 75 households. As crews work on repairs, residents are advised to avoid certain areas and monitor official updates regarding the status of water service and traffic changes. Safety measures have included water quality testing, leading to the lifting of the boil water advisory. While traffic remains slow in parts of the city, officials aim to restore normalcy as soon as possible.

Savannah, Georgia experienced significant traffic disruptions and a temporary boil water advisory following a water main break at the intersection of DeRenne Avenue and Reynolds Street on Sunday morning. The break, detected around 8 a.m., has necessitated road closures and has affected approximately 75 households in the vicinity.

City officials have announced that the intersection of LaRoche Avenue and St. Johns/Semkens Avenue will be closed to traffic until 4 p.m. on Saturday while emergency repairs are underway. Residents and motorists have been advised to avoid this area and utilize alternate routes to reduce congestion.

In the wake of the water main break, a boil water advisory was issued at 4:10 p.m. on Sunday for homes located along DeRenne Avenue, from Reynolds to Paulsen Street, and extending west to Habersham Street. Additionally, households south of DeRenne along Oxford Drive to Kensington Drive are also included in this advisory as water pressure was compromised.

Currently, the eastbound lanes of DeRenne Avenue remain closed from Habersham Street to Paulsen Street, while the westbound lanes have been reopened. Traffic along DeRenne Avenue is flowing slowly, and drivers are still facing delays. Therefore, city officials recommend taking alternative routes where possible.

Crews are actively assessing and repairing the major roadways impacted by the water main break. Residents have been updated through social media channels, where city officials expressed gratitude for their patience amid ongoing restoration efforts. Safety is a top priority, and residents were also informed about safe boiling practices while the boil water advisory remains in effect.

As part of the precautionary measures taken, lab results from water quality testing showed no contamination. This finding has enabled the city to lift the boil water advisory; however, residents were instructed on the proper use of boiled and non-boiled water to ensure safety during the advisory period.

Further repairs to the roadway will continue, and city officials have committed to providing updates regarding the full reopening of affected roads. The swift response by city crews aims to restore normal water service and mitigate disruption to everyday life in Savannah.

Residents should remain vigilant and stay informed through official city communications regarding this incident. Monitoring traffic changes and water service updates is essential as work progresses on the affected areas.

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Additional Resources

• WTOC: Water Main Break in Savannah
• Wikipedia: Savannah, Georgia
• WJCL: Road Closure and Boil Water Advisory
• Google Search: Savannah Water Main Break
• Savannah Now: Pipe Break and Boil Water Advisory
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Water
• WSAV: Derenne Avenue Shut Down
• Google News: Savannah Boil Water Advisory
• WTOC: Burst Water Pipe Report