City crews in Independence have been working overnight to repair a water main break.

 

City Engineer John Garris says the leak was discovered north of Oak Street late Wednesday afternoon.

 

Repairs were completed around 4am on Thursday morning. Water line breaks can happen frequently, especially during hot weather. The extreme heat can cause dry soil to shift, placing additional pressure on pipes that can also expand due to the heat.

 

Residents in the northern part of Independence likely experienced low water pressure or a lack of service while repairs were underway. Crews worked to complete the repairs as quickly and safely as possible.