Crews responding to large water main break in Center City Allentown

Water main break floods Allentown street, forces evacuations

The break at North 13th Street Wednesday afternoon prompted an immediate response from Lehigh County Authority as water rushed through the area.

Crews responding to large water main break in Center City Allentown

Crews are responding to a sizeable water main break Wednesday afternoon in Center City Allentown. A 30-inch water main break was reported in the area of 13th and Liberty streets, Lehigh County Authority spokesperson Susan Sampson said. Sampson said crews will be working to shut down the water and isolate the area to begin repairs. Customers may experience a fluctuation in service or periods of no water while that happens, she said. Photos posted…