Crews working to repair massive water main break in Mass. city

Crews are working to repair a massive water main break in Attleboro, Massachusetts, impacting nearby traffic and water delivery to residents. The break happened Monday evening near Henshaw Avenue and South Main Street. South Main Street, or Route 152, is closed in both directions, while crews repair the break and determine if the structural integrity of the road is secure. Photos from the scene showed a large body of water and a nearby shed, in what appeared to be someone’s backyard.According to the city’s fire chief, Scott Lachance, any drivers on the road will be detoured between Thurber Avenue and Locust Street. Lachance said the repairs may delay response times of crews to other emergencies in Attleboro.Due to the winter weather conditions, crews may be at the scene for several hours, repairing the break. All residents should avoid the area of South Main Street due to the danger of icing. According to Lachance, residents should expect low or zero water pressure and discolored water while the break is repaired. NewsCenter 5 will continue to provide updates as we learn more information.