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Multiple water main breaks in Prince Rupert leaves city ‘armageddon-like,’ mayor says

Streets and basements flooded following breaks in aging system

October 19, 2023  By Ground Water Canada



Prince Rupert, B.C. – Several water main breaks were reported throughout the municipality on Tuesday, leading to a boil-water advisory for the entire city. Prince Rupert’s mayor described the breaks as “armageddon-like,” with water gushing from the ground and flooding streets and basements. CBC News report | READ MORE

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