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Water main break snarls streets in Newark

Crews work to repair water main break in Newark
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NEWARK, N.J. - Crews are working to repair a water main break in Newark. 

Chopper 2 was over Academy Street between Broad and Halsey on Wednesday morning as utility workers tried to stop the flow of water. 

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Officials say an eight inch service line ruptured just before 2 a.m., sending water pouring into the intersection. 

In a statement, the mayor said the line is used by the Fire Department. 

Drinking water was not affected for local residents and businesses. 

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