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Some residents of Auburn are being urged to boil their tap water before using it for cooking or drinking after a water main break sent millions of gallons gushing into the street.
The break Monday afternoon was caused by a construction crew that hit the 16-inch water pipe while preparing for the upcoming installation of a gas main.
Water District Superintendent John Storer said the break on Court Street occurred near Russell Avenue drained about three million gallons in an hour. Residents witnessed a geyser for part of that time.
As of Monday evening, about 30 area homes were still without water and residents were urged to boil their water until further notice.
Auburn Residents Urge to Boil Tap Water Before Using
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